West Coast Seeds Vegetable Spaghetti Squash Seeds
These bright yellow, cylindrical squash grow to 25cm (10") on long, productive vines. They keep well for many winter meals. The unique, fibrous, pale yellow flesh is excellent with tomato sauces, served just like pasta. 100 days, OP.
Approx. 18 seeds
Timing: Transplant or direct sow when soil warms in late spring. Start transplants 3-4 weeks earlier. Optimal soil temperature for germination: 25-35°C (68-95°F).
Seeding: Sow 2cm (1") deep. If it rains or cools off, you may need to sow again.
Growing: Plant in well drained, fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun. The ideal pH range for squash plants if 6.0 to 6.8. Space squash plants 90-120cm (36-48") apart, in rows set 120-180cm (48-72") apart. Add one cup of balanced organic fertilizer, mixed well into the soil beneath each transplant, and provide costant moisture throughout the season. Avoid overhead watering to prevent plant diseases. Remove any fruit that does not set properly. Flowers planted nearby will improve pollination and fruit set.
Seed Specs: Canada No. 1 germination standard: 80%. Usual seed life: 3 years.