{"product_id":"ga-patisson-patty-pan-mix-colors-summer-squash-bio","title":"Organic Patty Pan Mix Colors Summer Squash","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"152\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"152\"\u003eOrganic 'Patty Pan Mix Colors Summer Squash' (Cucurbita pepo) from seed producer Gaia, a vibrant mix of tender and decorative summer squashes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eThe 'Patty Pan Mix Colors' pattypan squash combines three heirloom varieties— \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eEarly White Bush\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eBennings Green Tint\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eYellow Bush\u003c\/strong\u003e —offering a vibrant assortment of miniature white, pale green, and yellow squash. 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Their melt-in-your-mouth texture is perfect for grilling, stir-fries, marinades, or stuffing, while adding a touch of natural charm to any kitchen counter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eA joyful, productive and aesthetically pleasing mix, ideal for lovers of versatile summer squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Corn, Climbing beans, Peas, Radishes, Sunflowers, Parsley, Celery, Buckwheat, Nasturtiums, Marigolds, Oregano\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tomato, Eggplant, Potato, Pepper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bushy and wide\u003cbr data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 45 to 60 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Heritage blend, harvested at 2 inches for tenderness, decorative appearance, mild flavor, very productive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright green \u003cbr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tender, sweet, and juicy flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Not hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eSoak the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003efor up to 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e in lukewarm water and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003elightly scarify them\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve germination. Sow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e3 to 4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost or immediately after the soil temperature reaches \u003cstrong data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e25°C (77°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 inch) deep. Transplant outdoors in full sun (level 3) with moderate watering (level 2). Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e38 to 45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e (15 to 18 inches) apart, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e60 to 90 cm (\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 to 36 inches) between rows. 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