Squash (Round) – Seeds produce small, round gourds with tender flesh and mild flavor. This warm-season vegetable grows well in pots or garden beds, thrives in full sunlight, and requires regular watering. Ideal for soups, stir-fries, and stuffing.
🪴 Growing Guide
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Sowing:
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Setup: Use a seed-starting tray or small pots with seed-starting mix.
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Sow: Place seeds on the surface, press lightly, space 1 inch apart.
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Transplant: Move seedlings to separate pots when they have 2-3 true leaves.
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Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Water gently to avoid disturbing seeds.
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Fertilization:
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Seedlings: NPK 20-20-20 every 7–10 days (1 tsp per 1L water)
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Fruiting: Switch to NPK 5-15-45 when flowers appear
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Sunlight: Provide as much direct sunlight as possible for optimal growth.
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Pests: Use neem oil for pest control when pests are detected.
Additional Information:
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Other Names: Squash Round, Tindi, Indian Round Squash, ٹنڈی, Tindi.
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Care Tips ⚠️: Wear gloves and a mask while handling fertilizers or neem oil.
