Early Summer Crookneck Summer Squash Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their yellow crookneck squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since yellow crookneck squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: Yellow crookneck squashes should be harvested before they develop a thick skin, since these squashes are usually eaten skin and all. The maximum size for best tenderness is 6". Early Summer Crookneck squashes keep in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 250
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Yellow, Green
Excellent germination
I started half of these seeds in little ziplock bags with damp paper towel. I had 100% germination in THREE DAYS. Absolutely thrilled.
Squash neck
These work great! I put in a big hill in a rubber tire which worked well. I got so many squash last year, I had to give them away. Thank you.
Tender squash
Loved these squash! Easy to grow, high yielding, and tasty!
great seed source
Great source for garden seeds. Excellent prices and you can't beat the packaging.
Squash
Great product excellent seller quick service
Great seeds at a great price!
Will never buy seeds from Lowe's or Home Depot again! These are the best looking seeds I have ever purchased and I was shocked at how many seeds were in each pouch! Wow! Literally 10x more seeds then I get when I purchase a pack elsewhere. The shipping was FAST and the shipping was CHEAP! This is the only way I will buy seeds now! Well worth the wait to have them arrive in the mail in such a short time looking as good as they do and to have so many. Very satisfied customer! Thank you!!!
Best ever, but trying all shapes this year.
Squash so easy to grow, and easy prep., many ways to cook. Love to watch them grow each day, too. Just a fun veggies.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their yellow crookneck squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since yellow crookneck squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: Yellow crookneck squashes should be harvested before they develop a thick skin, since these squashes are usually eaten skin and all. The maximum size for best tenderness is 6". Early Summer Crookneck squashes keep in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 250
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Yellow, Green
Reviews
Review
Excellent germination
I started half of these seeds in little ziplock bags with damp paper towel. I had 100% germination in THREE DAYS. Absolutely thrilled.
Review
Squash neck
These work great! I put in a big hill in a rubber tire which worked well. I got so many squash last year, I had to give them away. Thank you.
Review
Tender squash
Loved these squash! Easy to grow, high yielding, and tasty!
Review
great seed source
Great source for garden seeds. Excellent prices and you can't beat the packaging.
Review
Squash
Great product excellent seller quick service
Review
Great seeds at a great price!
Will never buy seeds from Lowe's or Home Depot again! These are the best looking seeds I have ever purchased and I was shocked at how many seeds were in each pouch! Wow! Literally 10x more seeds then I get when I purchase a pack elsewhere. The shipping was FAST and the shipping was CHEAP! This is the only way I will buy seeds now! Well worth the wait to have them arrive in the mail in such a short time looking as good as they do and to have so many. Very satisfied customer! Thank you!!!
Review
Best ever, but trying all shapes this year.
Squash so easy to grow, and easy prep., many ways to cook. Love to watch them grow each day, too. Just a fun veggies.