Organic 'Patisson Panache Yellow and Green' summer squash (Cucurbita pepo) from the seed company Gaia, an early, productive and vibrant heirloom variety
The Yellow and Green Panache Pattypan is a highly decorative heirloom variety, known for its small, white, flower-shaped squash adorned with green stripes that give it a unique charm. The bushy, vigorous plants produce abundantly and very early , providing a continuous harvest throughout the summer. Harvested young, this pattypan can be cooked like a summer squash: its tender, sweet flesh is delicious sautéed, grilled, stuffed, or even sliced raw in salads. A reliable, productive variety, perfect for adding color and texture to the vegetable garden.
Companion plants : Corn, Climbing beans, Peas, Radishes, Sunflowers, Parsley, Celery, Buckwheat, Nasturtiums, Marigolds, Oregano
Nefarious plants : Tomato, Eggplant, Potato, Pepper
Spread/Habit : Compact, productive clump
Plant height : 45 to 60 cm
Quantity per packet : 20 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very early, high yield, decorative bi-colored fruits, ideal as a summer squash when young
Leaf color : Medium green
Texture/flavor : Tender, soft, slightly sweet
Cold tolerance : Not tolerant
Resistant to deer (undocumented → left blank)
Farming method
Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for a maximum of 24 hours , then scarify to improve germination.
Start sowing indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outdoors in late May–early June , when the soil temperature reaches 25°C .
Sowing depth: 2.5 cm (1″) .
Space the plants 45 to 60 cm apart, with 60 to 90 cm between rows.
Place in full sun (level 3) and water regularly but moderately (level 2).
Germination in 7 to 10 days between 21 and 35 °C (optimal 27–35 °C).
Maturity: 55–60 days , very early variety.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest young, when the fruits are small and tender , for optimal taste.
For ripe fruit (if left to age):
• hard skin resistant to nail
• rich and uniform color
• stain on the floor turning cream/orange
Leave 2″ of stem to prevent rot.
Store at 10–12 °C with 55–75% humidity .
Usage ideas
• For summer barbecues
• Sautéed squash with fresh herbs
• As stuffed pattypan squash
• In thinly sliced raw vegetables
• As edible decorations for colorful dishes
The yellow and green Panache Pattypan is an early, productive and superbly decorative squash, ideal for vegetable gardens looking for mild flavors and vibrant colors.
