Crookneck Summer Squash – 25 Seeds

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Description

Enjoy a classic taste of summer with our Crookneck Summer Squash seeds. This beloved heirloom has been a garden staple for generations, celebrated for its buttery, tender, and flavorful flesh. The squash has a unique "crooked neck" shape and a beautiful, smooth, buttery-yellow skin. Incredibly easy to grow, the plants are notoriously productive, providing a continuous and bountiful harvest all summer long. Perfect for grilling, sautéing, or adding to your favorite summer dishes.

⭐ What you'll love

The classic, buttery flavor of a homegrown summer squash.
The unique, curved neck and bright, sunny-yellow skin.
An extremely productive plant for a continuous summer-long harvest.
A versatile squash, perfect for grilling, sautéing, and baking.

🌿 Seed details

Plant Name: Crookneck Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 2-3 feet tall with 3-4 foot spread
Days to Maturity: 50-60 days
USDA Zone: 3-9
Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

Sowing: Direct sow outdoors in a sunny spot after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is very warm.
Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
Spacing: Sow seeds in hills, planting 4-5 seeds per hill and spacing hills 3-4 feet apart. Thin to the strongest 2-3 plants per hill.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil.
Harvest: Harvest frequently when squash are young and tender (about 6-8 inches long) to encourage continuous production.

✅ Our seed packets

Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!