Potimarron Chestnut Squash

Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo 'Potimarron'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

1-12

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Potimarron Chestnut Squash plant details

Potimarron Chestnut Squash is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Potimarron Chestnut Squash

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: culinary, easy-to-grow, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Potimarron Chestnut Squash

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Here’s a potbellied Hubbard squash that has glowing deep orange skin & delicately nutty-flavored yellow flesh. I recommend simply roasting Potimarrons whole or sliced. Brush with olive oil, salt & pepper to let its chestnut flavor shine. Don’t even bother to peel this beauty, as the thin skin is edible, too. Most vines produce 3 - 6 fruits of varying sizes (2 - 10+ lbs.) & ripen in Fall. Plant in rich soil. 95 days to harvest, you can store them up to 2 months after harvest. A classic French country squash.