Winter squash 'Jap'

Cucurbita moschata

How to grow Winter squash 'Jap'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Jap is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Jap needs a soil ph of 6.1 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Jap from seed

Sow 1.17 inches (3.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 2.28 feet (70.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 21°C / 70°F.

Transplanting Jap

Jap is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Jap

Other Names for Winter squash 'Jap'

Kent