How to grow Winter squash 'Saffron Prolific Straightneck'
Full Sun
Medium
Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Saffron Prolific Straightneck is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Saffron Prolific Straightneck tends to grow best in a soil ph of between 6.1 and 7.5 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.
Growing Saffron Prolific Straightneck from seed
Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 2.28 feet (70.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 1.17 inches (3.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 21°C / 70°F to ensure good germination.
Transplanting Saffron Prolific Straightneck
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Saffron Prolific Straightneck is a tender plant.