Squash 'Pink Banana Jumbo'

10 seeds

🎃 Squash “Pink Banana Jumbo”

Seeding Instructions for Gulf Area

Best Planting Time

• Best planted during the mild season in the Gulf:
  • September to November
  • A second planting may be possible in February

Soil Preparation

• Use deep, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or aged manure.
• Ideal soil pH:
  • 6.0–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds directly into the ground or large containers.
• Plant seeds:
  • 2–3 cm deep
• Space plants:
  • 1.5–2 meters apart due to large vine growth.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature:
  • 22–30°C
• Requires:
  • Full sun (minimum 6–8 hours daily)

Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist during germination.
• Deep watering is recommended once plants establish.
• Avoid wetting leaves excessively to reduce fungal diseases.

Germination Time

• Seeds germinate in:
  • 5–10 days

Growth & Harvest

• Large fruits develop over:
  • 90–120 days
• Harvest when skin becomes firm and fully colored.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Avoid planting during extreme summer heat.
• Use mulch to cool roots and conserve moisture.
• Provide strong support space for sprawling vines.
• Good airflow helps prevent mildew in humid conditions.