Chayote Perennial Squash (light green)

Chayote, Sechium edule, is a perennial gourdlike vegetable native to Mexico and Central America. It is now widely cultivated in warmer regions of the world, including areas of the United States with mild winters. This perennial squash is shaped like a pear, has a mild flavor that has been compared to a cross between that of an apple and a cucumber. Its creamy white hued flesh has a semi-crisp texture that becomes succulent to cottony as it matures.  Everything is edible :Its tendrils, flowers, even its roots are  delicious, the squash absorbs the flavor of whatever seasoning it is in, much like a potato.  The plant is very vigorous and needs a trellis, fence, or wall to climb up.  The harvest grows each year, with the 3rd year being in the 100 plus fruit if the plant is well taken care of.  Be aware this squash can easily swallow up a full grown tree, garage, or entire fence.  In colder climates 9b and under, cut back vine in winter and mulch to survive winter.

USDA Organic

Pot Size: 4 inch

Plant size: 6 inches

USDA Hardiness: Perennial 8-12 + (needs to be cut back and mulched for 9b-8 to survive winter and resprout in spring).