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Arikara Winter Squash: Days to Maturity, Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Arikara is a very early hubbard-like squash that matures in about 70 days, which is remarkable for fruit of 7 to 11 pounds.

Key facts

Days to maturity
70 days
Growth habit
Vining
Listed for
United States

Overview

Arikara is a very early hubbard-like squash that matures in about 70 days, which is remarkable for fruit of 7 to 11 pounds. The rind is pink and hard-shelled, and the flesh is sweet. Its earliness makes it a good option for short-season northern gardens where big hubbards would not ripen.

Arikara traits

  • Very early hubbard-like type, about 70 days
  • Pink, hard-shelled fruit of 7-11 lb
  • Sweet-flavored flesh

Good for

  • Short-season gardens
  • Baking
  • Storage

Compare with other winter squash varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Arikara this page70 daysVining—
La EstrellaAbout 70 daysVining—
Mesa Queen71 daysVining—
Hasta La Pasta73 daysVining—
Hokkaido75–95 daysVining—
Rondini65 daysVining—
Small Wonder75–80 daysVining—

Arikara FAQ

What kind of winter squash is Arikara?

Arikara is a very early hubbard-like squash that matures in about 70 days, which is remarkable for fruit of 7 to 11 pounds. The rind is pink and hard-shelled, and the flesh is sweet.

How many days to maturity is Arikara?

Arikara is listed at 70 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other winter squash varieties, so check them in the winter squash growing guide.

How does Arikara compare with other winter squash varieties?

Arikara: 70 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include La Estrella (About 70 days), Mesa Queen (71 days), Hasta La Pasta (73 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Arikara good for?

Arikara is grown for short-season gardens, baking, storage.

Sowing, care and common problems

Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every winter squash variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.

Source

Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)

The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.

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