The months to start harvesting the fruits from Cucurbita pepo, also known as summer squash, are typically June, July, August, and September.
summer squash
Cucurbita pepo
Also Known As - zucchiniCycle:
Annual
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 11
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
green,yellow,orange,gray,white,gray Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
High
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Summer squash (Cucurbita pepo) should be watered deeply and regularly, about once per week or as the soil dries out. It is important to water in the morning so the leaves of the plant can absorb the water during the day and the soil can dry out completely before nightfall. During periods of extended dry weather or extreme heat, additional watering may be required. It is better to water more often for shorter periods of time rather than infrequently and for longer periods.
sunlight
Summer squash (Cucurbita pepo) needs full sun to thrive and should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. If possible, aim for the plant to receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight in the early morning and then have the sun filtered through shade during the hottest part of the day. This will help prevent the plant from being damaged by temperatures that are too hot.
pruning
For summer squash (Cucurbita pepo), you should prune lightly throughout the season to prevent overcrowding of the vines. Start pruning when the plants have 4 to 6 leaves. To encourage bushier plants, pinch off the growing tips of the main stem and lateral vines when they reach 12-18 in (30-46 cm) in length. Prune off any dead or yellowed leaves, along with any growing tips that have grown past the maximum length. To keep your summer squash harvest going longer, remove any flowers that appear after 8 weeks. Overall, prune regularly throughout the growing season for bushier growth, better air circulation and increased yields.
Season
Summer squash typically start flowering in June.
The months to start harvesting the fruits from Cucurbita pepo, also known as summer squash, are typically June, July, August, and September.