Chicago Warted Hubbard Squash
Cucurbita maxima
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Edibles: Fruiting Vegetable
Min. Temp
Very Tender: 38°
Chicago Warted Hubbard is a medium maturing Hubbard squash. Plants are vigorous with indeterminate vines. The yield potential is good. The fruit averages between 6 and 7 kg in weight and has the typical Hubbard shape. The rind is dark green-grey in colour and densely covered by warts. Chicago Warted Hubbard flesh is dark yellow in colour, dry and thick. Taste is very sweet and nutty. Holding ability and shelf life is good.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Orange
Blooming Time
Mid Summer - Fall
Habit
Vining
Height
30–36 in
Spread
60–96 in
Form
Winter Squash
Characteristics
Type
Heirloom
Safety
Edible Parts
Growth Rate
Fast
Tolerance/Resistance
Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators
Uses/Placement
Culinary
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Soil Texture
Sandy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Average
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
PH Correction
High pH can reduce nutrient uptake
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Heavy Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Rooting & Blooming
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Fruiting
Micronutrients
Magnesium (Mg)
Care
Care Level
Moderate
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Monoecious--pollination required
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Do Not Divide
Fruit and Pollination
Days to Harvest
110 Days
Fruit Size
Large
Fruit Characteristics
Sweet
Ploidy
Diploid