& Winter Squash Mashed Potatoes 1 Seed Packet

This vitamin filled acorn squash is a low calorie alternative to potatoes, which is full of earthy flavours with a creamy tang! Squash mashed potato is a winter variety which is ready to harvest from August to November and can be kept for a while if stored in cool and dry conditions. Acorn squash is rich in nutrients, such as fibre, vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium and it also helps to maintain a healthy heart!Sow squash seed indoors from April to May for transplanting later on. Sow squash seeds on their sides in small 7.5cm (3") pots of seed compost at a depth of about 2cm (¾”). Place in a propagator or seal pots inside a plastic bag at a temperature of 20-25C (68-77F) until germination which takes 5-7 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Once germinated, grow squash on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and squash plants are large enough to be transplanted outdoors. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 – 10 days before planting squash outdoors in warm, well drained, humus rich soil in full sun. Choose a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.Product Specifications:. Position: Full sun. Height: Up to 60cm (24in) when fully established. Spread: Up to 100 (39in) when fully established. Supplied as 1 packet of 12 seedsDelivered with growing and care instructionsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Packed full of health benefits and vitamins! A low calorie alternative to potatoes Fluffy creamy mashed potato! Half- hardy annual Cucurbita pepo Acorn Squash; supplied as 1 packet of 12 seeds – Squash mashed potato.Supplied with T&M's very own cultural instructions on how to care for your seeds Your satisfaction guaranteed; we want you to be 100% satisfied with any product you buy from us. If you’re not 100% happy then neither are we, so let us know and we’ll replace your product or give you your money back Specifications: Model Number: KB3067