'Golden Summer Crookneck' Summer Squash
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description
Yellow courgettes with a curved neck, tender and very productive
Golden Summer Crookneck squash ( Cucurbita pepo ), offered by OSC Seeds
A very early and productive variety, “Golden Summer Crookneck” produces bright yellow , fleshy fruits with a distinctive curved neck . Their creamy white flesh is at its best when harvested at 15–20 cm , offering a sweet flavor and tender texture. Easy to grow, this squash thrives in the garden as well as in large containers—including wide tubs such as half-barrels.
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing in spring
Height/Habit: Bushy
Package size: Approximately 20 seeds
Harvest time: 50–55 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Beans, corn, dill
Incompatible plants: Other squash varieties too close together (competition)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow directly when the soil is warm, or start seeds indoors 2–3 weeks before planting out. Plant in full sun , in rich, loose, well-drained soil. Bushy plants require moderate space but appreciate good air circulation. Harvest fruit young for best flavor and continuous production. Water regularly to support vigor and consistent fruit set.
