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Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Puma'

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Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)

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Species

pepo (PEP-oh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Herbaceous

Succulent

Height

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Gold (yellow-orange)

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

Mid Summer

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Farmerdill

Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | February 2005 | neutral

Tolerant to zucchini yellow mosaic virus, watermelon mosaic virus and papaya ring spot virus.

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