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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 45–60 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Patty Pan Squash, Bush Squash, Summer Squash (Learn more)
Native: North America
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 2' tall by 3'–4' bush type plant.
Variety Info: Best harvested at 2"–4" round, shallow disk shape with scalloped edges and smooth texture. Cream-colored flesh is denser than most other summer squash.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.
When to Start Inside: 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.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ½"–1"
Seed Spacing: 2–3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 3'–4'
Thinning: When 3 leaves , thin to 1 – 2 plants per mound
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Growing Info
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 shorter stems).
- JulieVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/26/25Great variety and I love the surprise!
I bought the seeds last year and I had yellow patty pan and this year, I got the light green/white patty pan and a dark green one - it's so fun to plant and be surprised! This was on two separate plants, not two varieties/same plant. Looking forward to chopping and grilling with garlic olive oil. I've bought from Botanical Interests for years and even more now that Kevin/Epic Gardening owns the company - excellent quality seeds every time! The zucchini in the photo is also Botanical Interests (Emerald) that I let grow too long, oops.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/30/25Hey Julie,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We're absolutely delighted that the Scallop Blend Summer Squash Seeds continue to bring you such joy with their delightful surprises - from yellow patty pan last year to the light green/white and dark green varieties this year! That element of surprise really is one of the most fun parts of growing blends. Your plans to chop and grill them with garlic olive oil sounds absolutely delicious! And that Emerald zucchini looks fantastic even if it did get a bit oversized - happens to the best of us! We can't thank you enough for you continued support. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Debra C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/3/255 Stars
Have had great results from all Botanical Interests
- Dawn L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/7/255 Stars
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- Lisa Y.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1/22/255 Stars
Love the Epic Gardener. I have learned so much and continue learning. Love the seeds, all the information on the packets is amazing.
- Lauren K.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars10/12/241 Star
These germinated, but did not survive transplant.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate