Squash
Squash ‘Galeuse d’Eysines’
Squash ‘Galeuse d’Eysines’: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
'Galeuse d'Eysines', also known as 'Giraumon Galeux d'Eysines', is an old variety of Cucurbita maxima in the squash family. Its large, rounded and slightly flattened fruits are recognised by salmon pink skin covered with greyish to beige corky growths. These raised patches develop as the fruit matures and form part of its characteristic appearance. They give the squash a decorative look quite different from a smooth skinned pumpkin. Their presence alone does not indicate disease or rot. The pattern can vary between fruits, so the variety name does not promise an identical surface on every squash.When cut open, the rind contrasts with the yellow orange to orange flesh. The flesh is thick, with a mild to sweet flavour, and surrounds a central cavity containing the seeds. It suits soups, mash, gratins and pies, both in savoury meals and in some sweet preparations. Texture and flavour depend on maturity and the…
