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Features
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Native
North America
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About Dirani Summer Squash Seeds
Cucurbita pepo (hybrid)
Best picked at 6"–7" long, light greenish-white with speckles
Planting Squash
Days to Maturity
50 days
Plant Spacing
2–3 seeds per mound
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
½"–1"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 6 mounds. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 3'–4' |
| Seed Depth | ½"–1" |
| Seed Spacing | 2–3 seeds per mound |
| Thinning | When 3 leaves, thin to 1 plant per mound |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Harvest frequently to increase yield; squash seem to get monstrous overnight. While edible at almost any size, seeds are less developed in young fruit, therefore more tender. Using a knife or clippers, cut squash off including some of the stem. By including stem, the fruit is sealed and less likely to mold or dry out. Harvesting Blossoms: Look for male, non-fruit producing flowers that have long stems and harvest just before use (female flowers have a swollen mini-squash at the base of the flower and are on shorter stems). |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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20 reviews
- Carol K.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars8/14/26Way Too Big for Bins
Even though Dirani is supposed to be a compact squash, the stems and leaves are way too big for a raised bed. The leaves hanging over the side bend and eventually break. This should be part of your description.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/18/26Hey Carol,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email with some extra information. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- E.Rated 5 out of 5 stars8/14/265 Stars
Of course, I haven’t planted these yet. However, I’ve been truly happy with all seeds I’ve bought from Botanical Interests for years now. Everything germinates well and is as described. I also appreciate all the information on each seed packet; more than any other seed company offers, often including recipes! Thanks so much for everything and every extra effort!
- PAULA M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/9/26Very heavy producer!
This is the first year I’ve grown this variety, and I have not been disappointed. Not only have they produced more abundantly than the standard dark green varieties, I’ve grown in the past it also grows more upright and doesn’t lay on the ground and has been very tasty in both breads and sautéed. I will definitely grow this variety again.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/11/26Hey Paula,
We're so thrilled to hear about your amazing success with the Dirani Summer Squash Seeds! It sounds like they really exceeded your expectations this year - producing more abundantly than the varieties you've grown before and growing so nicely upright is fantastic. And we love that you're enjoying them in so many different ways, from breads to sautéed dishes. The fact that you're already planning to grow them again next year is the best compliment we could ask for! Thanks so much for sharing your growing experience with us, and we can't wait to see what you harvest next season. Keep on growing 🌻
- BethRated 5 out of 5 stars6/12/265 Stars
Seeds arrived safely package in promptly
- Darla S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/11/26Best squash ever!
These are a summer must! Best fried squash ever and prolific producers! Can’t imagine a summer without them 😋
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/13/26Hey Darla,
What an amazing review for our Dirani Summer Squash Seeds! We're thrilled to hear they're your summer must-have and that you're getting such prolific harvests. There's nothing quite like homemade fried squash from your own garden! It sounds like these have become an essential part of your summer growing and cooking routine. Thanks for sharing your Dirani squash success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️