Delicata Squash Cucurbita pepo var. pepo

How to sow delicata squash: Direct seed in groups of 2, thin to 1 plant when seedling have 2 sets of adult leaves

Sun requirement for delicata squash: Plant in Full Sun

Delicata Squash has been planted 1 time by Growstuff members.

Delicata is an oblong, cylindrical, cream-colored squash with green and sometimes orange stripes. Like all squash, it grows on vines. It has deep orange flesh that tastes like a sweet potato, but sweeter. Delicata is consumed as a winter squash, but is actually in the same species as summer squash: Cucurbita pepo.

Delicata is delicious roasted, baked, sauteed, or steamed. When roasted or baked, the rind can be eaten as well.