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Apple gourd - Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera
Apple gourd - Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera
Lovely plant arrived intact and well moistened. Looking forward to the next batch.
Nathalie, 09/05/2020
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The white pattypan squash is a non-running, late variety that produces fruits measuring 10 to 25cm (4 to 10in) in diameter and weighing 1 to 2.5kg. Their white flesh is tender and has a slight artichoke flavour. It can be consumed stuffed, sautéed, or cold in salads.
Orange, green, red, yellow, black, or even blue, smooth, ribbed, warty, with tender skin, etc. squashes and courgettes boast an astonishing variability of shapes, colours, sizes. They hybridise with remarkable ease, hence the huge number of varieties.
In common language, winter squash refers to all kinds of pumpkins, potimarrons, pumpkins, etc. with tough skin and delicately sweet flesh. By summer squash or courgettes, we mean the different varieties that are harvested when the skin is still tender and young. These are consumed with the seeds.
They are all native to America and belong to the large Cucurbitaceae family. They were introduced to Europe in the 16th century. Generally trailing, they cling to any support with their tendrils. Female flowers are distinguished from male flowers by their inferior ovary (under the flower), marking as an embryo of fruit. In many regions, male flowers are harvested after pollination to be eaten stuffed or in fritters. There are many ways to consume squashes and courgettes: sautéed, fried, in gratin, in soups, or stuffed. Courgettes are famous in Provençal ratatouille, Italian caponata, Maghrebian couscous or many emblematic Mediterranean dishes. Courgettes and squashes are low in calories, but rich in vitamins, especially provitamin A, vitamin B and minerals.
Harvest: squashes should be harvested when ripe, unless there is a risk of rotting. In this case, they will finish ripening indoors. Courgettes are harvested young and fresh. All should be handled with care and remain free of any cuts or bruises.
Storage: courgettes can be cut into pieces and frozen. Their fragile skin is not suitable for preservation as it is. Winter squashes with tough skin can be stored for several months and consumed throughout winter. Unlike other fruits and vegetables, they need warmth for optimal storage. There is no need to store them in a dark place, so it's best to store them where their plump silhouette can be appreciated.
Gardener's tip: place a slate or tile under the fruit. It will no longer be in direct contact with the ground, thus avoiding rotting due to moisture. They also particularly like slightly moist soils. Mulch around the plants, especially during the height of summer. Squashes and courgettes are very susceptible to powdery mildew (a fungal disease that leaves a white fuzz on the surface of the leaves). Avoid watering the leaves or flowers. Plant your squashes with alliums like chives, onions or shallots, or with legumes like beans or peas. However, the marriage of squash and cucumber may be detrimental to both parties.
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Preparation
It likes loose, rich, and deep soil. Dig a hole at least 40cm (16in) in all directions and fill it with well decomposed manure and/or compost. In addition to good fertilisation, they will need plenty of water and heat and plenty of space (at least 1 square metre).
Planting
Plant in open ground from mid-May to mid-July, when the risk of frost has passed and the soil is sufficiently warmed up. Space the plants 1m (3ft) apart in all directions. Soak the plants in water for a few moments before planting. Dig a hole 20cm (8in) in all directions and add compost to the bottom. Firm the soil and water.
Maintenance
Hoe and weed at the beginning of cultivation. We recommend mulching the soil, towards the end of June, with thin successive layers of clippings, mixed with dead leaves. This protection keeps the soil moist and reduces weeds. During cultivation, water regularly and generously (once a week in summer if there is mulching).
You can protect young plants from slugs and snails by placing ashes or coffee grounds nearby. They will need to be replaced if rain washes them away.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.