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Squash - Musquee de Provence

Broad Bean Seeds

Overview

  • Deep orange fine flavoured squash
  • Fruits weigh 7–10kg (15–22lbs)
  • Ideal for slicing and baking in big wedges
  • Trailing variety
  • Good source of vitamins A, C5, B6 and potassium

Sowing Instructions

When to Sow

  • April to mid June

When to Plant Out

  • Mid May to mid July, once frost risk has passed

When to Harvest

  • August to mid November

How to Sow

  1. Indoor sowing: Sow one seed (on edge) per 7.5cm (3") pot in a propagator or windowsill at 20–25°C (68–78°F) using quality compost.
  2. Cover seeds with 19mm (¾") compost.
  3. Germination takes 5–8 days.
  4. Grow on and plant out once frost risk has passed. Space plants 90cm (36") each way.

Outdoor sowing (alternative):

  • Sow direct late May, placing 2 seeds per station, 90cm (36") each way.
  • Thin to one plant per station.

Sowing → Cropping: ~14 weeks

Additional Tips

  • Ensure soil is warm and frost-free before planting out.
  • Ideal for growing in larger spaces due to its trailing habit.

Learn More

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