Early Prolific Straightneck Squash, Organic, Heirloom

Early Prolific Straightneck Squash - a favorite and strong producer for every climate

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Looking for a short season squash that you can pick weeks after planting, then this is your pick. It is an AAS winner and will be sure to please all those squash snobs as its creamy taste and texture is wonderful. 

Characteristics: 

Instructions - Summer squashes are warm-season annuals. Plants need loose, fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of nitrogen and a pH of 5.8-6.8. Fertilize seedlings with fish emulsion if leaves are yellow. Days to maturity are from direct seeding. The optimum soil temperature for germination is about 85ºF. Best quality fruit is harvested at 5 – 8” or smaller. 

Plant 1/2-1" deep

Space plants 12-24" 

Plant rows 5-6' 

Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability