Squash (ماڑو کدو  کے بیج) – Seeds produce gourds with tender flesh and mild flavor. This warm-season vegetable grows well in pots or garden beds, thrives in full sunlight, and requires regular watering. Ideal for soups, stir-fries, and stuffing.

🪴 Growing Guide

1. Sowing:
   1. Setup: Use a seed-starting tray or small pots with seed-starting mix.
   2. Sow: Place seeds on the surface, press lightly, space 1 inch apart.
   3. Transplant: Move seedlings to separate pots when they have 2-3 true leaves.
2. Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Water gently to avoid disturbing seeds.
3. Fertilization:
   1. Seedlings: NPK 20-20-20 every 7–10 days (1 tsp per 1L water)
   2. Fruiting: Switch to NPK 5-15-45 when flowers appear
4. Sunlight: Provide as much direct sunlight as possible for optimal growth.
5. Pests: Use neem oil for pest control when pests are detected.

Additional Information:

• Other Names: Squash, Tindi, Indian Squash, ٹنڈی, Tindi.
• Care Tips ⚠️: Wear gloves and a mask while handling fertilizers or neem oil.