Squash · warm season
Black Beauty
'Black Beauty' Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Black Beauty'): A Classic Summer Squash with Rich Flavor and Versatility Indulge in the rich flavor and versatility of 'Black Beauty' Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Black Beauty'). This classic summer squash variety is celebrated for its glossy, dark green fruits…
Days to harvest
58
Sow depth
1 1/2"
Plant spacing
3-4'
Row spacing
3-4'
Sprouts in
7 days
Light
Full sun (8+ hrs)
When to plant
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Start indoors3–4 weeks before your last frost
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Transplant outside2 weeks after your last frost
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Sow outsideFrom your last frost to 2 weeks after · sow again every 2–3 weeks
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Sow for fallLast sowing about 13 weeks before your first fall frost
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Growing tips
- Sow when the soil is at least 60°F.
- For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
- Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 7 days.