Squash Golden Summer Crookneck Heirloom Seeds

This is one of the oldest types of squash dating back to pre-Columbus times. Popular to the home grower for its ribbed and bell shaped rich yellow/orange fruit, it is easy to grow and great eating.

When to Plant
Zone 1: OctoberDecember
Zone 2: SeptemberDecember
Zone 3: AugustFebruary
Zone 4: FebruarySeptember

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SoilYour soil should be free- draining and moderately fertile, so add compost before planting. It will tolerate a number of soil types.

Soil pH Level6.57.0

PositionFull sun with plenty of room to move. Position on the edge of your growing space, allowing it to creep away from your growing space.

How to PlantSow the seeds directly into the patch once daytime temperatures are regularly more than 20 degrees, otherwise propagate in a mini greenhouse and transplant. Squash are more suitable for an in ground veggie patch.

Spacing1.2 m

Depth2-4cm

Companion PlantsSweetcorn

Approximate no. of seeds 14

Note: We source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination