Spaghetti Squash

Cucurbitaceae

Unique stringy flesh separates into spaghetti-like strands when cooked — popular low-carb pasta substitute. 4-8 lbs, oblong/cylindrical. Can be eaten at harvest (no storage time needed). Stores POORLY compared to other winter squash (5-8 weeks). Eat early in storage season alongside acorn. Requires short cure (5-7 days). Each plant produces 3-5 fruits.

At a Glance

Days to Maturity

88–100 days

Sun

6+ hours

Container

Not Ideal

Zone Planting Guide

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Growing Guide

Germination

Germination Time 5–14 days

Optimal Temp 85°F

Seed Depth 1"

Watering

Weekly Water 1–2 "

Needs High

Soil

pH Range 6–6.8

Resilience

Heat: High Cold: Low Drought: Medium

Nutrition

Feeding Intensity Heavy feeder

Recommended Recipes Worm castings topdress, Compost tea, Kelp foliar

Harvest

Rind turns from ivory/cream to deep golden yellow

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Sources

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Spaghetti Squash Planting Dates by Zone

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