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'Ishtar' Squash - Summer

Sub-Category:	Zucchini

Sub-Category 2:
Description:	Hybrid. Lebanese type summer squash (zucchini). A semi-erect single stem plant produces a pale green cylindrical 6 inch fruit with mottles. Tolerant to Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus and Watermelon Mosaic Virus. About 40 to 45 days to maturity.
Days To Maturity:	40-45
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Rating Summary

Overall: (4.0 Stars) Taste: (5.0 Stars) Yield: (4.0 Stars) Ease/Reliability: (5.0 Stars)

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Number of Reviews: 1

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Reviewed on 06/14/2010 by farmerdill - An experienced gardener
Overall Taste Yield Ease	Richmond, Georgia, United States Frost Free Season: 183 - 203 days Soil Texture: Sand Garden Size: Large - More than 1,600 square feet (40' x 40') Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
An excellent middle eastern type variety. It has a appealing shape and average productivity. I was spoiled because I grew the phenomenal yielding Profit as a comparison. In my opinion all members of this class are more tasty and less watery than the dark green zucchini.

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