Squash 'Honey Boat'
honey boat delicata
- One of the sweetest squash varieties
- Tan skin with green stripes
- Early producer
- Syn. Cucurbita pepo
- Included in Recipe(s):
- Category: Vegetable
- Hardiness Zone: 3-11
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
One of the sweetest squash varieties, with a deliciously nutty flavor. Its tan skin is accented by distinctive green stripes, while the rich, flavorful flesh makes it a true fall favorite. Excellent baked and buttered, with or without added sugar, it’s perfect as a side dish or a naturally sweet fall dessert. A good source of calcium, potassium, folate, and vitamins A and C.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Low Maintenance |
Programs
| • | Sara's Superb Herbs |
Habit
| • | Trailing |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Squash 'Honey Boat'
Thrives in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. This squash can be grown in the garden or in large containers.