SQUASH: RONDE DE NICE

(CUCURBITA PEPO)

 

This is a squash for the true foodies. This gourmet variety has unparalleled flavour. The small grey/ green fruits can be prepared in any manner of ways to delight your taste buds.  They are round in shape making them ideal as a “stuffing squash”.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – JAN

Temperate:  SEP – FEB

Sub – Tropical: AUG – MAR

Tropical: FEB – OCT

Arid: AUG – FEB

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6.5-7.5

Well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow or seedling tray 1.5-2cm deep- keep moist.

Plant 80cm apart.

Very hungry plant.

Frost tender.

Full sun.

 

DAYS TO HARVEST

45 – 50 Days

APPROX 7 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY