Squash Green Hokkaido

A remarkable Hokkaido squash, with dark green striped skin and intense orange flesh.

About the variety. Broad elliptical in shape and small in size, it produces fruits between 1 and 2 kg with high yield and excellent keeping quality. The flowers are edible and the plant is a good nectar source for bees.

€1,50

Itinerário técnico

Como cultivar squash green hokkaido?

Um guia de cultivo passo a passo, da sementeira à colheita.

pH ideal 6.5 and 7.0Temperatura ideal 22 and 32°C

Sementeira

Sow in the final location or in a tray, transplanting when seedlings are about 10 cm tall.

Solo

Fertile, loamy and well-drained soils are recommended for cultivation. Soil pH should be between 6.5 and 7.0

Clima

It is a crop that thrives in warm conditions, with the ideal temperature for growth and fruit set between 22 and 32°C, and night temperatures that do not normally drop below 20°C, as temperatures below this value lead to poor pollen tube development. Soil temperature at sowing time should be at least 20°C.

Fertilização

It is a nitrogen-demanding crop, so well-composted organic matter should be incorporated into the soil before planting.

Rega

Irrigation is essential during flowering, pollination and fruit development; water volumes should be gradually reduced as the fruit matures. Drip irrigation is therefore a good option for this crop, as it adapts to the varying water requirements throughout the growing cycle and keeps foliage dry, reducing the risk of disease.

Controlo de Infestantes

Mechanical control in the early stages of the crop cycle and mulching with organic materials or plastic are options that help prevent competition between weeds and the crop.

Controlo de Pragas

Mites and thrips are the main pests of this crop. Mite control can be achieved through biological control with predatory mites and the application of azadirachtin and dusting sulfur (if temperature < 28°C). Thrips control is carried out by using border plants that favor anthocorid beneficials (marigolds and other composites) and through biological control with predatory mites and anthocorids.

Doenças

Fusarium wilt and downy mildew are diseases affecting this crop. To control fusarium wilt, appropriate crop rotations, biofumigation and soil solarization should be carried out. For downy mildew control, appropriate crop rotations, improvements to soil structure and permeability (avoiding waterlogging), the use of wide plant spacing and the application of copper-based fungicides are recommended.