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Spaghetti Squash

Cucurbita pepo

Spaghetti squash is a variety of winter squash that, when cooked, has a stringy flesh resembling spaghetti. It is typically oval or elongated in shape and has a yellow or cream-colored skin. This crop is valued for its low-calorie content and versatility in cooking, often used as a pasta substitute. It is rich in vitamins A and C, making it a nutritious addition to diets.

Calculate System for Spaghetti Squash
500.00–700.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
20,000 kg/ha
Yield
9,259
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: May – Sep (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
30 days
Late
Kc 0.800
20 days

Spaghetti squash can be grown in various climates but thrives in warm conditions. It is important to choose disease-resistant varieties and to provide adequate support for the vines.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 500.00700.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Low
Water Productivity: 12.000 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Furrow Irrigation50.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 3.00%
Incorporate organic matter before planting to improve soil structure and fertility. Conduct soil tests to adjust pH and nutrient levels.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Protect young plants from frost with row covers. In hotter climates, provide partial shade during extreme heat.

Planting Layout

120.00cm
Row Spacing
90.00cm
Plant Spacing
9,259
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)100 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)50 kg/ha
Potassium (K)150 kg/ha
30
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
20
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
15
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen at planting and again during the growing season. Use a balanced fertilizer to meet other nutrient needs.
Organic Matter: 3-5% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

20,000
kg/ha
2.000
kg/plant
0.500
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, shape, skin color, and taste

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