Squash

110 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Upper Ground Sweet Potato Squash. The plant produces excellent yields of medium to large 12 to 20 lb round to bell shaped tan squash. The squash can grow up to 43 lbs. The plant has vigorous, large, dark metallic green vines with striped leaves. The orange flesh is thick and delicious, and resembles the flavor of the sweet potato. Keeps well for months. The plant does well in hot and dry regions, especially in the South. Drought Tolerant. Also known as the Potato Pumpkin. It was grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, Virginia. An heirloom variety from the Appalachian area of Kentucky. A winter squash variety.