Quantity
About 20 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
Organic 'Ponca Baby' butternut squash is an heirloom variety of Cucurbita moschata particularly valued for its productivity, ease of cultivation, and the remarkable quality of its compact fruits. In the vegetable garden, it quickly finds its place in small spaces thanks to its more contained sprawling habit, while offering a generous harvest that quickly rewards the gardener's care. Its bottle-shaped fruits, with a smooth, warm ochre skin, reveal a fine, sweet, and flavorful orange-yellow flesh with a subtle hazelnut aroma. In summer, its large leaves and bright flowers contribute to garden life, attracting pollinating insects that promote good fruiting. This squash loves sunny locations and rich, loose, well-drained soils, where it grows vigorously even in cooler, more humid conditions. Its relatively fast growth makes it an excellent choice for gardeners who want a reliable harvest in one season. Once picked at maturity, its fruits are also distinguished by their remarkable storage ability, extending the pleasure of harvests well after autumn. Delicious, decorative, and suitable for modest-sized edible gardens, 'Ponca Baby' wonderfully combines yield, beauty, and culinary quality.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
2.5 cm (1 in)
Establishment temperature
24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Well-drained
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to August
Harvest90 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCorn, beans, sunflower
Avoid planting withPotatoes
Soups, purées, cooking, long shelf life
