Growing Choko/Chayote, also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton

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21 Jun 20 Jaco (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
What kind of soil and nutrition do choko need.?What kind of root system do it have depth of ground ext
22 Jun 20 Anonymous (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I suggest you do some research on the internet about soil for gardening. Preparing soil takes a few weeks or months before planting. If you prepare your soil properly you add compost and even manure to it 2-3 months before planting. Dig soil 250-300mm deep.

What kind of soil and nutrition do choko need.?What kind of root system do it have depth of ground ext

- Jaco

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