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Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Papaya Pear'

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Family
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
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 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
Red
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
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Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

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

Concord, California

San Diego, California

Ijamsville, Maryland

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Union, Missouri

Carmel, New York

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grik
Saint Paul, MN | August 2009 | positive

This squash does well in containers. I have grown it for two years along with eightball. It is not quite as prolific as eightball but produces well.

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frogsrus
San Diego, CA (Zone 10a) | June 2004 | positive

This is a VERY fast producing plant. It is not as large as some others and has not tried to "take over" the garden. The squash are a beau...Read More

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Farmerdill
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2003 | neutral

Papaya Pear is a semi vining plant with yellow pear shaped fruits. Besides its novelty shape, it is very early (40 days)

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