Hardy open-pollinated variety: Thrives in hot climates for reliable growth
Firm, flavorful flesh: Delivers premium taste and texture
High-yielding plant: Produces multiple pounds of squash per plant
Edible and suitable for outdoor planting: Ideal for home gardeners
Approximately 30 seeds per pack: Sufficient quantity for starting seeds
Summarized by Shop
Tatume (AKA calabacita) is a hardy, open-pollinated native of Mexico that grows well in our hot climate and produces pound after pound of flavorful firm-fleshed squash. It is a long vine that can root along the stem, hence its ability to overcome common issues here. Other squashes are either 'summer' or 'winter' squash. This unique C. Pep
Plant Class
Cucurbitales
Plant Type
C pepo
Seed Count
Approximately 30 seeds per pack
Suitable Space
Outdoors
Growth Season
North Florida February–May, August–September; Central Florida February, April, August–September; South Florida October–April