An outstanding prolific summer vegetable that is easy-to-grow. Tender and attractive fruits are produced all summer long and are best when picked young and immature. Delicious uncooked; or fried, steamed, baked, boiled and when used in a variety of recipes. Can be frozen for use later.
Planting Information:
When and Where to Plant: Select a sunny location and sow in late spring after soil warms. Cultivate soil and enrich with vegetable food and organic matter. Firm soil over the seeds and keep moist.
Care: Keep soil moist and fertilize monthly. Don't worry when first blossoms fail to set fruit.
Harvesting: Pick continuously to assure steady supply. Best when fruits are 4-6 in. long and skin is tender and easily punctured.
Seed Variety: Organic Squash, Summer Crook
Germination Time: 10 - 14 Days
Days to Maturity: 50 - 60 Days
Planting Depth: 1/2 in. - 1 in.
Seed Spacing: 3 in.
Seeds per Group (Hill): 6 - 8
Spacing of Groups (Hill): 3ft - 4ft
Thin to Plants Per Group (Hill): 2 - 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
