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- Days to maturity
- 85 days
- Growth habit
- Vining
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Baby Delica is a hybrid kabocha in miniature: flattened-globe fruit about 5 inches across and only 1 to 2 pounds, dark green outside with dry, dark yellow flesh inside. The vines are vigorous despite the small fruit. A good size for one or two servings; allow about 85 days.
Baby Delica traits
- Hybrid kabocha type with 1-2 lb fruit
- Flattened-globe fruit about 5 in, dark green
- Dry, dark yellow flesh
- Vigorous vines; about 85 days
Good for
- Single servings
- Simmering and tempura
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Delica this page | 85 days | Vining | — |
| Burgess Buttercup | 85–95 days | Vining | — |
| Hijinks F1 | 85 days | Vining | — |
| Potimarron | 85–95 days | Vining | — |
| Sunday Sweet | 85–90 days | Vining | — |
| Sweet Jade F1 | 85 days | Vining | — |
| Thai Muang | 85–90 days | Vining | — |
Baby Delica FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Baby Delica?
Baby Delica is a hybrid kabocha in miniature: flattened-globe fruit about 5 inches across and only 1 to 2 pounds, dark green outside with dry, dark yellow flesh inside. The vines are vigorous despite the small fruit.
How many days to maturity is Baby Delica?
Baby Delica is listed at 85 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 Baby Delica compare with other winter squash varieties?
Baby Delica: 85 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include Burgess Buttercup (85–95 days), Hijinks F1 (85 days), Potimarron (85–95 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Baby Delica good for?
Baby Delica is grown for single servings, simmering and tempura.
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.
- Winter Squash growing guide
- Training Pumpkin Vines: Laying Out Runners and Pinching Tips
- Growing Pumpkins Vertically: Trellis, Slings and Small-Garden Squash
- Hand Pollinating Pumpkins: Timing, Technique and Why Fruit Abort
- Pumpkin Growing Calendar: From Sowing to the Curing Shelf
- Pumpkin Pests and Diseases: Vine Borers, Squash Bugs and Mildew
- When to Harvest Pumpkins: Ripeness Signs, Curing and How Long They Store
- All 219 winter squash varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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