Plant Habit: | Vine |
Life cycle: | Annual |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Flower Color: | Yellow |
Uses: | Vegetable |
Edible Parts: | Fruit |
Eating Methods: | Cooked |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
Containers: | Not suitable for containers |
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