Pumpkin, Winter Squash 'Tan Cheese'

Cucurbitamoschata

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
moschata (MOSS-kuh-ta)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
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Water Requirements
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Bloom Characteristics
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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Palmyra, Illinois

Hays, North Carolina

Anton, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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Winchester, VA | August 2012 | negative

It has been hot and wet this year. Out of 12+ plants I might be lucky to get a single usable fruit, while in the same location, my cusha...Read More

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

Southern Exposure, offers this description: "110 days. [Pre-1824 heirloom, one of the oldest varieties cultivated.] Cheese pumpkins are a...Read More

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