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Squash - Winter

squash-delicata-thumbWinter squash are distinguished from summer squash in any number of ways starting with the hard outside ‘rind’, dense flesh and the ability to store the squash for several months after harvest. Many varieties of winter squash are available year round, however their true season runs October through March.

Squash - Acorn

This dark green squash is acorn-shaped, hence its name.

Squash - Banana

Cylindrical in shape, this over sized winter squash weighs between 10-20 pounds.

Squash - Buttercup

Buttercup squash is one of the most common varieties of winter squash with a turban-shape (a flattish top and dark green skin).

Squash - Butternut

Its sweet, nutty, orange flesh has a familiar pumpkin flavor and creamy texture.

Squash - Delicata

A winter, heirloom variety.  Although considered a winter squash, delicata squash...

Squash - Kabocha

With a dull, deep green, thick, mottled rind with pale, uneven stripes, it ranges from one to eight pounds...

Squash - Kent Pumpkin

'Uncle Ray' learned of this variety from two Australian tourists who happened upon his pumpkin farm in 2010.

Squash - Kentucky Sweet Potato

8-15 pounds.  Large squash with thick neck and classic bowl shape at the bottom.

Squash - Long Island Cheese

6-8 pounds.  The coloring and shape suggest a wheel of cheese and it was popular in New York and New Jersey

Squash - Spaghetti

The spaghetti squash is an oblong seed-bearing variety of winter squash.

Squash - Tahitian Melon

A large squash, 10-15# with thick, curved neck and large base or bulb, containing all the seeds.