Description

• Chappan Kaddu also known as Indian summer squash and an annual vine plant that grows well in warm climates. Summer squash is Light green in color and is a small, round, and neutral-flavored vegetable.
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden Sowing season: Throughout the year Seeds sowing depth: 0.5-1 inches Germination Time: 7 to 14 days Germination temperature: 21 to 30°C Harvesting: 2 to 3 month Plant vigor: strong plant Fruit Average weight: 200 to 250gms
• Water – As Summer squash is a vine plant that needs 1 inch of daily water and the soil should be moist but avoid over-watering.
• Soil – Use well-drained and fertile soil for planting squash.
• Sunlight – Dark Green Summer squash plants require 6-8 hours of full sunlight every day.
• Temperature – Summer squash/Chappan Kaddu plant grows fast in temperatures between 15-32℃.
• Common pests – Cucumber beetles, and squash bugs are the common pests found in summer squash plants. Bacterial wilt and blossom end rot and powdery mildew make foliage white, stunted, and wilted. Use organic pesticides and neem oil to avoid these insects and pests.