White Scallop Squash Seeds – Bush Pattypan Summer Squash

Scalloped Summer Squash for Fresh Picking

White Scallop squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a bush-type summer squash with a shallow, saucer-like shape and distinctive scalloped edges. Also called pattypan squash, it is best enjoyed young, when the skin and developing seeds are tender.

Grow a sunny patch near the kitchen garden and check it often once fruits begin forming. Pick small squash for summer meals, then return regularly as more develop.

Choose Your Seed Pack

• 10 seeds.
• 25 seeds.
• 1 oz.
• 1/4 lb.
• 1 lb.

This listing is for planting seeds, not live plants or harvested squash. Weight-based packs are sold by weight rather than a guaranteed seed count.

Plant Details

• Type: White Scallop pattypan summer squash.
• Botanical name: Cucurbita pepo.
• Habit: Bush; allow ample space for spreading foliage.
• Life cycle: Annual.
• Light: Full sun.
• Soil: Rich, loose and well-draining.
• Season: Warm-weather crop; protect from frost.
• Harvest timing: The supplied White Scallop guidance gives approximately 45–70 days. Actual timing varies with conditions.

How to Sow

• Outdoor timing: Sow after frost risk has passed and the soil has warmed.
• Depth: Sow approximately 1 inch deep.
• Germination: Allow approximately 7–10 days under suitable warm, moist conditions.
• Indoor option: Start in individual pots roughly three weeks before your expected outdoor planting period. Provide strong light and avoid keeping seedlings in small pots too long.
• Transplanting: Acclimate seedlings gradually and handle roots carefully.
• Spacing: Allow approximately 2–3 feet between plants, with extra room as needed for airflow and access.

Growing in Containers

The bush habit makes container growing possible, but the foliage still needs generous space.

• One plant per container: Use a large pot of at least 5 gallons; a larger container provides more room for roots and moisture reserves.
• Drainage: Choose a stable pot with unobstructed drainage holes.
• Mix: Use a quality potting mix suitable for vegetables.
• Sun: Position in full sun, allowing room for leaves to extend.
• Water: Check frequently in warm weather. Keep moisture consistent without leaving roots saturated.
• Feed: Follow the label on a fertilizer suitable for container vegetables.

Care During Growth

Water consistently, especially during flowering and fruit development. Mulch can help conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Weed carefully around the root zone rather than cultivating deeply. Allow pollinators access to flowers.

Harvesting

Pick while fruits are young and tender, generally around 3–4 inches across or smaller. Check plants frequently because summer squash develops quickly. Larger fruits can become seedy and less tender.

Wear gloves if the prickly foliage irritates your skin. Cut fruits with clean shears rather than pulling them from the plant. Harvest amounts depend on growing conditions and are not guaranteed.

Kitchen Use and Storage

Wash harvested squash before preparing. Slice for sautéing, add to summer vegetable dishes, or cook small fruits whole. Refrigerate and use promptly for best quality. Pattypan is a tender summer squash, not a thick-rinded winter squash intended for long pantry storage.