{"title":"Summer Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=E2EIJ95]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"E2EIJ95\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA favorite seed for vegetables gardeners to plant every year, summer squash differs from its winter squash cousin primarily in the texture of the skin. Summer squash tends to be softer skinned while the winter variety is more hard-skinned, making it ideal for longer term storage. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spineless-beauty-hybrid-squash-seeds-05298","title":"Spineless Beauty Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 43 from direct sow\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eNo more scratched arms or damaged fruit from gingerly poking among sharp spines to harvest the zucchini. Spineless Beauty hybrid offers excellent yields of uniform, medium green fruit on open plants with very few spines. A classic favorite that has stood the test of time, it belongs front and center in your summer squash garden.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSpineless Beauty hybrid is the industry standard for zucchini for so many reasons. Harvesting it is simple, living up to the promise of its name. But it also matures quickly, offers very uniform fruit, and has a tender, juicy, flavorful bite that everyone loves. And the yields are very high on vigorous plants.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eExpect these creamy fruits to reach 8½ inches long and about 1½ inches wide, with a dark green color, smooth texture, and slight ribbing. They are very uniform, making canning a snap. And the flavor is just unbeatable.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. (For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors). Pick when the fruits are still small (4 to 8 inches long).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 20 seeds","offer_id":42354468782139,"sku":"05298-PK-P1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 250 seeds","offer_id":42354468814907,"sku":"05298-PK-250","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05298_1.jpg?v=1753891819"},{"product_id":"green-lightning-hybrid-squash-seeds-53126","title":"Green Lightning Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 48 to 52 direct sow; 40 to 45 transplant\u003c\/p\u003e \r\n\u003cp\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) Edible Vegetable Winner 2025 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to harvest in a flash, Green Lightning delivers a quick and easy crop of summer squash that's packed with delicious flavor, which is mild and sweet but robust enough to stand up to seasoning. Early ripening, it is one of the first of the season to be harvested and offers a substantial yield. The fruits are not only flavorful but also cute as a button and highly ornamental. Each 2½- to 5-inch fruit weighs about 1 to 2 pounds and displays unique medium- and light-green striping on its glossy rind. But don't let their small size fool you: the seed cavity is small, so there's plenty of edible flesh for roasting, grilling, or eating raw. And their pretty scallop shape adds plenty of plate appeal. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/i\u003e cultivar, commonly called patty pan squash, Green Lightning is an F1 hybrid fruit vegetable and member of the cucurbit family (Cucurbitaceae). This herbaceous annual's quick maturity allows it to be grown in almost any Zone, from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/understanding-your-growing-zone-for-a-bountiful-garden\"\u003eZones 2-11\u003c\/a\u003e. The plant has a bushy, mounded habit and reaches about 24 inches tall and 36 inches wide. The fruits are harvestable at full size (up to 5 inches) or at the baby stage when the flower is still attached, with younger, smaller fruits tending to be the most tender. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen Lightning squash is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/know-before-you-grow-squash-pumpkins\/a\/kbyg15\/\"\u003eeasy to grow from seed\u003c\/a\u003e, growing best in a sunny spot with fertile, organically rich, medium moist, freely draining soil. A heavy producer, the plant benefits from regular fertilization. Monecious, Green Lightning does not need a second plant for pollination, but it may be helpful to plant bee-attracting plants, like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/flowers\/marigold\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/zinnia\/c\/zinnia\/\"\u003ezinnias\u003c\/a\u003e, nearby to ensure pollination. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen Lightning squash is a warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost. The seeds can be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/how-to-sow-seeds-outdoors\/a\/hand20\/\"\u003edirect sown\u003c\/a\u003e into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed, or they can be started indoors about 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68 to 72°F and night temperatures between 60 and 65°F. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/gardeners-essential-guide-to-mulching\"\u003eMulching\u003c\/a\u003e around summer squash plants helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain moisture levels. Protect your Green Lightning squash plants with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/structures\/c\/structures\/\"\u003erow covers\u003c\/a\u003e if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e If you plan to start your Green Lightning squash seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/park-bio-dome-seed-starter\/c\/bio-dome\/\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. Bio Dome allows you to control the temperature, light, and soil mix, ensuring your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 15 seeds","offer_id":42354491555899,"sku":"53126-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 100 seeds","offer_id":42354491588667,"sku":"53126-PK-100","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_53126_1.jpg?v=1753891919"},{"product_id":"cocozelle-organic-squash-seeds-05863-pk-p1","title":"Cocozelle Organic Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 45 from direct sow; Synonym: Cocozella di Napoli.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFor well over 100 years, gardeners have been enjoying the super-tender, delectable flavor of this Italian heirloom, and we are delighted to bring the seed to you in certified organic form. An open-pollinated summer squash that may be picked young or allowed to mature to full size, this zucchini is everyone's favorite for rich, satisfying flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003ePerfect for small-space gardens, this bush-form plant takes off early and begins setting fruit abundantly. Dark green with lighter green stripes, the little zukes look as good as they taste, and you can begin harvesting them at just an inch or so long for baby squash. You never tasted such succulence.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you decide to let them reach maturity, be sure to harvest them before they reach longer than about a foot. (This typically takes only a month and a half.) You will find Cocozelle a great multi-purpose zucchini—steaming, frying, slicing, baking, freezing, and even canning are all terrific with this powerhouse of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eTo extend the harvest, be sure to pick some of these zukes young. This will stimulate new fruiting, keeping you in great eating for a few extra weeks. You will love Cocozelle—we guarantee it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354512363579,"sku":"05863-PK-P1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05863-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891720"},{"product_id":"smooth-criminal-squash-seeds-52874-pk-p1","title":"Smooth Criminal Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 41\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis squash plant will steal your heart with its easy-pick plant habit and tasty, tender fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSmooth Criminal has a totally unique, \u003cb\u003eindeterminate\u003c\/b\u003e growth habit. It continually grows upright, setting more and more fruit along the central stem as it grows. This trait, combined with spineless stems makes it so easy to pick fruit, no more digging into the center of a spiny, scratchy plant and tearing up your arms. It bears very tender, pale yellow, straight-neck squash that are excellent quality and tasty grilled, sautéed and baked.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA growers' favorite in the south, these vigorous bushes bear high-quality fruit across multiple harvests. A great choice for any region of the country, with terrific yields of top-notch eating. It is trouble free and very adaptable, no matter what kind of soil or weather your garden has.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. (For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors.) Pick when the fruits are still small (4 to 8 inches long).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354512691259,"sku":"52874-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52874-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891809"},{"product_id":"parks-vegetable-seed-bio-dome-collection-26130","title":"Park's Vegetable Seed Bio Dome Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're just beginning your first veggie garden or are a seasoned pro in the garden, you'll love the convenience and success of starting seeds the Bio Dome way. This seed-starting system is the most popular in America for the simple reason that it saves you countless seeds by eliminating thinning and double-sowing. Seedlings grow up quick and strong, and transplanting is a snap. So in this collection you get the original 60-cell Bio Dome, plus 8 vegetable seed packets to help you grow the garden of a lifetime!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Issued to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Park Seed Company, this collection is the most economical we have ever offered. You get 8 of the best vegetable varieties, specially chosen for their ease of growth and big yields (not to mention flavor!). And you can re-use the Bio Dome endlessly, simply replacing the Bio Sponges in which the seedlings are grown. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Using the Bio Dome is a snap -- in fact, it's so easy that it's perfect for children and those with accessibility or mobility issues. Just place one seed in the pre-drilled hole in each bio-sponge, pour a little water into the bottom of the tray, and cover with the clear plastic dome. Now all you have to do is wait 'til the seedlings emerge! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Here 's how to sow seed in the Bio Dome: there are 60 planting cells, each with a pre-drilled hole. Drop just one seed into each hole, and bottom-water the tray so the Bio Sponge can wick up the water from the base as it is needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  When the seedlings have at least 2 sets of true leaves (the first 2 \"leaves\" are actually cotyledons and will wither and fall off; don't be alarmed!), they're ready to be transplanted into your garden. But don't go by the calendar -- use the weather forecast and your own good judgment! You'll want to wait until all trace of frost is past. Then you can plant the veggies in their new home and begin the exciting process of watching them grow, flower, and finally set fruit!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Vegetable gardening is easy, fun, and so rewarding. Share the gift of homegrown goodness with someone special! Give them Park's Ultimate Vegetable Garden Collection, and make gardening a joint project!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  In this collection you get 8 varieties (it was supposed to be 7, but we couldn't resist throwing in a free packet of Park's Whopper Tomato, because nobody should be without that yummy variety!). 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For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- PROP65-WARNING END v1 --\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354544967739,"sku":"26130","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_26130_1.jpg?v=1753891730"},{"product_id":"early-summer-crookneck-organic-squash-seeds-05849","title":"Early Summer Crookneck Organic Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 58\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOne of the most delectable summer squashes, this creamy crookneck is mild, sweet, and full of flavor. The star of any setting, it's just the centerpiece you need for your organic vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003ePick these fruits when they're small—5 to 6 inches long is ideal—and super tender. They have a creamy consistency and a gentle bite, so even children love to see the swan-necked fruits make their appearance in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGrowing Early Summer Crookneck is simplified by the plant's bush habit, just 2 feet high and 3 to 4 feet wide. This squash won't take over the garden or run all over the place, and you can harvest the fruit easily. You can't go wrong with this certified organic seed.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. (For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors). Pick when the fruits are still small (5 to 6 inches long).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 20 seeds","offer_id":42354582159419,"sku":"05849-PK-P1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 250 seeds","offer_id":42354582192187,"sku":"05849-PK-250","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05849_1.jpg?v=1753891844"},{"product_id":"delta-hybrid-squash-seeds-52565-pk-250","title":"Delta Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 49 from direct sow\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDelta is a semi-crookneck summer squash that gets right down to business, offering HUGE yields in no time flat. You will love the flavor and texture of these delicious yellow squash, and you'll really appreciate the space-saving bush habit and strong stems that make harvesting easier than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFor our money, Delta is simply better in every way than most other crooknecks. The fruit is very uniform in size, smooth-skinned and bright yellow, with succulent creamy flesh that offers a good flavorful bite without sacrificing texture. It finishes fast and it looks as good as it tastes. Most of all, it produces like crazy.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThere are several reasons for this plant's great output. One is its high resistance to powdery mildew, which means you can get a big healthy crop even in humid climates. Another is the bush habit of the plant, saving you space in the vegetable garden and keeping the harvest out of the dirt. And a final reason is the exceptionally strong stems on these fruit, which enable you to harvest them with one good twist. Fewer fruit losses from broken necks and jagged stems.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDelta is a terrific choice for anyone who is serious about growing crooknecks. It's so easy that even a beginning gardener can be successful, and it's tirelessly prolific. Get your bushel baskets ready for this one.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. (For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors.) Pick when the fruits are still small (5 to 6 inches long).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354582061115,"sku":"52565-PK-250","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52565-PK-250_1.jpg?v=1753891867"},{"product_id":"enterprise-hybrid-squash-seeds-05785","title":"Enterprise Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 41\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEnterprise Hybrid Squash has it all—wide adaptability, terrific yields, and great holding ability.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe straight, slender yellow fruit measures 7 to 8 inches long and 1 to 2 inches wide. The flavor is mild, savory, and creamy-sweet. This is the straightneck you will want for great eating all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA growers' favorite in the south, these vigorous bushes bear high-quality fruit across multiple harvests. A great choice for any region of the country, with terrific yields of top-notch eating. It is trouble free and very adaptable, no matter what kind of soil or weather your garden has.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months. Thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill (for even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors). Pick when the fruits are still small (4 to 8 inches long).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 20 seeds","offer_id":42354591367227,"sku":"C05785-PK-P1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 250 seeds","offer_id":42354591399995,"sku":"05785-PK-250","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05785_1.jpg?v=1753891854"},{"product_id":"summerpac-hybrid-squash-seeds-05666-pk-p1","title":"Summerpac Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 47\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf other squash refuse to set when the temperature climbs in your garden, Summerpac is the crookneck you've been looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSmooth and wart-free, these 5- to 6-inch fruits set in huge numbers on nearly spineless bush-habit plants. Bright yellow and firm, they are delicious raw or cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummerpac is a reliably heavy bearer, right through the dog-days of August. It's the hot-climate favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. (For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354621972539,"sku":"05666-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05666-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891720"},{"product_id":"early-prolific-straightneck-squash-seeds-52950-pk-p1","title":"Early Prolific Straightneck Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 42 to 56\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) Winner 1938\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAn heirloom  summer squash, Early Prolific Straightneck Squash is grown as a fruit vegetable. The plant sets small yellow flowers followed by an abundant crop of tender lemon-yellow fruits with a tapered neck and firm, fine-grained, creamy yellow flesh. The lightly warted, club-shaped fruits will reach a mature size of 10 to 14 inches long and 2½ to 3½ inches wide but are best eaten at 4 to 7 inches. Summer squash is good fried or baked and can also be used in pastas and soups. It is low in calories, brimming with fiber, and packed with nutrients. It is an excellent source of B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eAn herbaceous annual, Early Prolific Straightneck Squash is a member of the cucurbit family (Cucurbitaceae). The plant is heavy yielding and frequent harvests will produce the most fruits. Monecious, the plant does not need a second plant for pollination, but it may be helpful to plant bee-attracting plants, like marigolds and zinnias, nearby to ensure pollination. Open pollinated,  it produces seed that grows true to variety, ideal for seed saving. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash is easy to grow from seed, growing best in locations with full sun and fertile, organically rich, medium moist, well-draining loams having a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost, squash seeds can be direct sown into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed but can also be started indoors about 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68° to 72°F and night temperatures between 60° and 65°F. Mulching helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain soil moisture. Protect plants with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/season-extenders\"\u003erow covers\u003c\/a\u003e if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This charming summer squash has the perfect combination of firm and tender texture, not to mention a sweet, mild taste.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBright yellow scalloped fruit is marked in fresh green at both ends, and sports huge flowers that can be eaten as well. The mild, buttery 3 by 2 inch fruits remain firm but very tender, even at full maturity. They are great for stuffing, because the rinds really hold up to cooking, yet never become tough.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you are new to growing scalloped squash, prepare yourself for a treat. Kids love these little \"flying saucers,\" and they are just the right size for a single serving of nutritious veggies, whether you stuff them, slice them, chop them, or steam them whole. Pick Sunburst young and steam it whole—the flavor is incredible. Each plant brings you several dozen fruits, and they harvest in no time. So easy, so enjoyable, such unbeatable plate appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. Thin the seedlings to 24 inches apart, or plant several seeds in hills 4 feet apart and then thin to 2 plants per hill. For even earlier harvests, start seeds indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis season, why not try a Three Sisters planting? This Native American combination planting uses beans, corn, and squash (sometimes including a fourth sister, sunflower) to help one another grow their best. The beans climb the corn stalks, and the squash foliage shades the roots of the beans and corn while keeping weeds down. 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This lovely Middle Eastern type is not only delicious, but economical and easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eMagda hybrid begins to mature in early summer, just 50 days from sowing. The fruit is shorter and much plumper than zucchini, with a creamy green skin and pure white interior. Scrumptious fresh or cooked, it makes a hearty meal, and is so strongly flavored that you can enjoy it plain, sprinkled with a bit of salt, or as a meat substitute in sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe plant reaches 3 feet tall and spreads about 6 feet wide over its highly productive season. Best in full sun, it is a trouble-free garden performer you will come to rely upon for big flavor from a summer squash.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSummer squash ripens during the hot summer months and, thin-skinned, is best eaten fresh. Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into the garden after the danger of frost is past. 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Zucchini is good fried or baked and can also be used in pastas and soups. Zucchini squash is considered a superfood for its nutrient rich content, having a high (top 20) Aggregate Nutrient Density Index score (ANDI), or micronutrient-per-calorie density. Zucchini is low in calories, brimming with fiber, and packed with nutrients. It is an excellent source of vitamin B6, vitamin A, folate, and potassium. It is also rich in antioxidants, including lutein and zeaxanthin. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e Dark Green, an herbaceous annual, is a member of the cucumber and squash family (Curcurbitaceae), often called cucurbits. A bush type, Dark Green has a compact, bushy, mounded habit and a vigorous growth rate. The plant is heavy yielding. Dark Green is monecious, producing both male and female flowers, and does not need a second plant for pollination. But the female flowers must receive pollen from the male flowers to set fruit, which is usually carried out by bees. So, it may be helpful to plant bee-attracting plants, like marigolds and zinnias, nearby to ensure pollination. Open pollinated, it produces seed that grows true to variety, ideal for seed saving. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEasily grown from seed, Dark Green prefers a sunny location with fertile, organically rich, medium moisture, well-draining loam, having a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eA warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost, zucchini squash seeds can be direct sown into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed but can also be started indoors about 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68 to 72°F and night temperatures between 60 and 65°F. Mulching helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain soil moisture. 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