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Features
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Native
North America
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Vine
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About Squash
Cucurbita pepo
Pick when 4"–7" long. Fruit is lemon yellow, club-shaped.
Planting Squash
Plant Spacing
2–3 seeds per mound
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Vine
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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16 reviews
- RareRated 5 out of 5 stars11/20/255 Stars
AWESOME!!!
- Bayley ..Rated 2 out of 5 stars6/28/242 Stars
I generally love BI seeds and have had great luck -- my black beauty & round zucchini had 100 percent germiantion and the plants look great. These, however, I've planted half the packet. First memorial day, then another planting a week later because I wanted an additional plant, and then on father's day, and so far nothing has germinated. Really disappointing!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests7/3/24Hey Bayley,
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. 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 🌻️
- Theresa Y.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/7/245 Stars
Every thing is growing great
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Raven B.Rated 5 out of 5 stars5/19/245 Stars
Very impressed with the germination rate and fast growth of these seeds. Will definitely be repurchasing!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Timothy K.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/8/245 Stars
Germinated and growing great
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert