Winter Squash and Pumpkins: Cucurbita maxima, 'Libra'
Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima, 'Libra'
Common name: winter squash
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| Soil: | damp, neutral, loam |
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| Zones: | 1a thru 11a |
| Care: |
average
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| Lifespan: |
annual
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| Attributes: |
edible |
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description for "Winter Squash and Pumpkins: Cucurbita maxima, 'Libra'"
Cucurbita maxima 'Libra' is a cross between Hokkaido and Buttercup. This vigorous mix of 2 different color and seed types bears fruit with consistent size and shape. 85% have dark-green skin with white markings, while the other 15% are slate gray-green. 'Libra' has superb eating quality.
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