Squash Seeds - Yellow Crookneck, Summer

This Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash is an easy-to-grow heirloom variety, with a fast maturation rate. Its unique bent neck earned it its name, while its lemon-yellow, 6-inch fruit makes it a summertime favorite. Highly prolific, this plant will produce fruit all summer long. For delicious flavor, try steaming the squash with nutmeg or frying it with parmesan cheese and bacon. Remember to harvest the squash while the skins are still soft and continue to pick the fruits to ensure continuous production.

• 1 oz - Approx 362 Seeds
• 4 oz -  Approx 1,448 Seeds
• 1 lb -  Approx 5,792 Seeds

• When growing Squash Seeds - Yellow Crookneck, Summer, it is recommended to expose them to full sun. -The fruit grows to approximately 6 inches in length and will mature in just 53 days. -Make sure to space the plants between 36 to 48 inches apart, as they can grow up to 3 feet wide and 2 feet tall.

Sowing: Grow yellow crookneck squash by starting seeds indoors before the last frost. Use peat pots and plant two seeds per pot. Harden seedlings before transplanting in very rich soil, 8-10' apart. Direct sow when soil reaches 70F and plant 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart. Avoid planting with potatoes for best results..

Growing: Protect yellow crookneck squash from frost by covering when temps drop below 65°F. Keep soil moist, avoid wetting leaves to prevent diseases. Add mulch to vines to retain moisture and control weeds.

Harvesting: YHarvest yellow crookneck squashes before they become too tough to eat with the skin on. For optimal tenderness, pick when they reach a maximum size of 6 inches. Early Summer Crookneck squashes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and are also suitable for freezing.