Orange Striped Cushaw is a colorful twist on the traditional and
versatile Green-Striped Cushaw. This heirloom variety has a rich history
in American Southern cuisines, particularly in pies and stews. Cushaw
is beloved for its creamy, tender golden flesh with sweet, nutty flavor
and has been a staple in traditional recipes for generations. Orange
Striped Cushaw grows around 20” long pear shaped fruits with a thick
base and curved necks. Use these whimsical squashes in Fall displays or
use in place of pumpkin or sweet potato for a unique twist on classic
pies. Cut Cushaw into chunks to add to hearty stews and soups, to
drizzle with olive oil to roast, or to steam or boil and mash for a
creamy side dish. Cushaw may also be harvested for its edible seeds,
shoots, and flowers.
Also
Known As: Silver Seed Gourd, Japanese Pie Pumpkin, Cushaw Pumpkin,
Kershaw, Tennessee Sweet Potato Squash, Sweet Potato Pumpkin, Sweet
Potato Squash, Orange Striped Cushaw, Tennessee Orange Squash.
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Plant Name:
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Winter Squash, Orange Striped Cushaw
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Latin Name:
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Curcubita argyrosperma
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Days to Germinate: |
7-14 |
Days to Harvest: |
110
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Germination Rate: |
92% |
Test Date: |
8/23 |
Growth Habit: |
Vining |
USDA Zones: |
3-9 |
Lifespan: |
Annual |
Brand: |
TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: |
No |
Pollination:
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Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
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Fungicide-Treated Seeds:*: |
No |
Seeds Packed For**: |
2024 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds
are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are
still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as
the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Squash grows best in sandy, fertile soils with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
To prepare soil, remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the
planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the
soil when turned under. Spade the soil 8-12 inches deep and turn each
shovel of soil over completely to cover the plant materials with soil.
You may add fertilizer (see "Fertilizing" below) or 2-3 inches of
organic material such as compost, leaves, or rotted hay over the
planting area at this point. Till to mix this organic material into the
top 8-10 inches of soil. For squash, make rows of soil beds 4-6 inches
high and at least 3 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with
drainage.
Planting:
Since squash does not grow well in cool weather, plant in the spring
after all danger of frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. For a
good fall crop, plant early so squash will mature before the first
killing frost. To plant, make 1 inch deep holes spaced 4 feet apart in
raised beds down the rows, then plant 5-6 seeds in each hole. Cover
thinly with soil and water after planting. After the seeds come up and
plants are 3-4 inches tall, thin to 3 squash plants per hill.
Planting Depth: |
1 inch |
Within-Row Spacing:
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4 feet |
Between-Row Spacing:
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8 feet
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Watering:
Water the plants enough to keep them from wilting. If the weather is
really dry, squash plants should be watered at least once a week. Sandy
soils need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding:
Keep squash plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing do
not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder rooters
which may slow the plant's growth.
Fertilizing:
You may optionally add scatter 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer for
each 100 square feet of garden area. Work into the soil and leave the
surface smooth. For small gardens, use 2-3 tablespoons of fertilizer for
each hill. Scatter the fertilizer evenly over a 2 foot by 2 foot area.
work it into the top 2-3 inches of soil. When blooms first appear, you
may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of fertilizer around each hill. Do
not let fertilizer touch the plants. Water the plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides:
Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and
sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also
has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before
using a pesticide, please read the label and follow cautions, warnings
and directions.
Diseases:
Squash can get many diseases, especially when harvesting begins. Check
the plants daily and if spots or mold appear, treat the plant with an
approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used.
Please always follow label directions.
Harvest
cushaw when they are full sized, the skin is hard, and the bottom of the
fruit is lightened in color. A light frost will not damage fruits.
Cushaw squash is best when cut, not pulled, from the vine. Winter squash
can be stored for several months. Old squash vines can be composted or
worked in the soil well before the Spring planting season.
Cushaw squash, raw
Amount Per 1 cup, cubes (116 g)
|
Calories 40
|
% Daily Value*
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Total Fat 0.2 g
|
0% |
Saturated fat 0 g
|
0% |
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g
|
|
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
|
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0% |
Sodium 5 mg
|
0% |
Potassium 406 mg
|
11% |
Total Carbohydrate 10 g
|
3% |
Dietary fiber 1.7 g
|
6% |
Sugar 2.6 g
|
|
Protein 1.1 g
|
2% |
Vitamin A |
31% |
Vitamin C |
23% |
Calcium |
3% |
Iron |
3% |
Vitamin D |
0% |
Vitamin B-6 |
10% |
Cobalamin |
0% |
Magnesium |
4% |
*Percent
Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may
be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |