The Jardins de l'Écoumène "Spaghetti" Squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a unique and fascinating variety, appreciated for its stringy flesh that turns into "spaghetti" when cooked. It is a versatile and easy-to-grow vegetable that adds a touch of originality to the cuisine while offering a delicate texture and flavor.
Spread: 1.5-2 meters
Plant height: 30-45 cm (creeping)
Quantity per pack: Approximately 25 seeds
Companion plants: Corn, beans, sunflower
Enemy plants: Potatoes
The fruits of the "Spaghetti" squash start out white and turn an amber color when ripe, making them easily recognizable. They measure between 25 and 30 cm in length and have an elongated oval shape. The flesh is firm, but when cooked it breaks down into long filaments resembling spaghetti, offering a healthy and original alternative to traditional pasta. Its slightly sweet taste recalls subtle notes of hazelnut, perfect to accompany various sauces and dishes.
This variety is very vigorous and thrives in well-drained soil, with a sunny location. With a growing cycle of about 90 days, it offers a bountiful and satisfying harvest for home gardeners. In addition, the fruits of the "Spaghetti" squash keep very well, sometimes for more than a year, which allows their use in cooking to be extended well after harvest.
The "Spaghetti" Squash is ideal for gardeners looking to add a productive, tasty and amazing plant to their garden. Its ability to be transformed into "vegetable pasta" makes it a must-have for those who want to explore new textures and flavors while enjoying a nutritious and original food.
