vegetable variety in zone 7a
Delicata winter squash in zone 7a
Delicata · Cucurbita maxima and Cucurbita moschata
- Zone
- 7a 0°F to 5°F
- Growing season
- 210 days
- Days to harvest
- 85 to 120
The verdict
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About Delicata
Sweet, creamy, edible-skin; small striped cylindrical squash. Halved and roasted, stuffed, fresh. Stores 2-3 months, ready faster than larger types.
Critical timing for zone 7a
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Common challenges in zone 7a
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Brown rot
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ High humidity disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7a
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Delicata in adjacent zones
Other winter squash varieties for zone 7a
- Acorn
Mildly sweet, dense, slightly fibrous; ribbed dark-green to orange acorn-shaped fruit. Halved and stuffed, roa…
- Buttercup
Very sweet, dense, dry; turban-shaped dark green squash. Best for pies, soups, mashing. Stores 3-4 months. The…
- Butternut Waltham
Sweet, dense, smooth; classic tan-skinned bell-shaped winter squash. Roasting, soups, pies, mashing. Stores 3-…
- Spaghetti
Mild, slightly sweet, flesh strands like noodles when baked; pale yellow oval fruit. Roasted halves, low-carb …
Frequently asked questions
- Will Delicata winter squash grow in zone 7a?
Yes. Delicata is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 7a.
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Image: "Cucurbita maxima x C. moschata (zapallo kabutia o japonés o grupo Tetsukabuto)", by Patricia Zappia http://patoentusalsa.blogspot.com.ar/, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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