Squash (Summer) Ronde De Nice - Item #4689
Squash (Summer) Ronde De Nice - Item #4689
A delicious French heirloom variety! Compact bush plants grow vigorously and produce heavy yields of light green globes with creamy-yellow tender flesh and savory flavor. A popular variety for home gardens, tight spaces or raised beds.
Seed Depth: 1" (3cm)
Plant Space: 12-24" (30-61cm)
Row Space: 24" (61cm)
Sprouts In: 7-10 days
Sow indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost or direct sow (recommended) outsides after all danger of frost and soil had warned to at least 70ºF (optimal 85ºF). Be careful to not disturb the roots if growing indoors and transplanting. Plan in a sunny location in amended soil and keep well-watered.
Check plants and harvest a few times a week. Cut or gently twist off fruit. Harvest young globes at 1-2" to enjoy steamed or allow to mature to no more than 4-5" dia. for stuffing.