Azure Husbandry Pattypan Yellow Bush Summer Squash Seed, Organic

Pattypan Yellow Bush Summer Squash Seed, Organic

Cucurbita pepo

 

Seed Depth: 1/2"

Spacing:  2'-3'

Sprout Time: 4-12 days

Height/Width: 3' x 3’

 

Pattypan Yellow Bush is one of the larger pattypan heirloom varieties, with fruits up to 7" across.  Very tender and sweet when young -  steamed, pan-roasted, or chunked or grated raw in salads. They can also be harvested when larger and more mature for stuffing with Italian sauce or Mexican beans.   Abundant producer of these cute, scallop-edged summer squash.  Open pollinated.

 

20 seeds                              

Annual

50-60 days

 

WHERE & WHEN TO PLANT:  Can sow indoors 2-3 weeks before last spring frost or just direct seed in the garden after all danger of frost has passed and soil is 70 degrees.  Accustom seedlings to outside conditions by moving seedlings to a sheltered area for a week before planting in the garden.  Plant ½” deep spaced 2’-3' apart.  Plant every 2-3 weeks for consistent supply.

 

REMARKS:  Summer squash prefer a sunny, well-drained location.  Soil should be well fertilized with compost/manure.  Evenly water throughout the summer.  Harvest young fruits by lightly twisting or cutting the stems.  Male flower blossoms (thin stems) can be harvested at midday when fully opened, for use in salads or for stuffing