Squash
Squash ‘Musquée de Provence’
Squash ‘Musquée de Provence’: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
'Musquée de Provence' is a variety of Cucurbita moschata in the squash family. Its large, rounded and flattened fruits have deep ribs that divide their outline into clearly visible sections. The skin begins green and develops ochre to copper tones as the fruit matures. When cut open, it contrasts with deep orange flesh and a central cavity containing seeds. This broad, ribbed shape distinguishes it from elongated butternut squashes, although both belong to the same species. Size varies with the plant and season, without a guaranteed weight for every fruit. The name identifies a particular variety rather than every musk squash.The flesh is thick, firm before cooking and mild to sweet in flavour. It suits soups, mash, gratins and pies, as well as cooked preparations with other vegetables. Fruit maturity and the recipe influence the final texture and taste. One squash often provides several portions, which matters when choosing the…
