25 Pattypan Squash Seeds - Summer Scallop Heirloom Variety

Pattypan squash, also known as scallop squash, is a unique summer squash prized for its distinctive saucer shape and mild, buttery flavor. This heirloom variety produces attractive, scalloped fruits that are perfect for roasting, grilling, or stuffing. The compact, bushy plants are well-suited for gardens of all sizes and begin producing early in the season.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, pattypan squash is easy to grow and rewarding. Harvest the tender fruits when they are small for the best texture and flavor, or allow them to mature for stuffing. The plants are prolific, providing a steady supply of summer squash throughout the growing season.

Plant Features

• Unique scalloped, saucer-shaped fruits
• Mild, sweet flavor with a tender texture
• Heirloom variety with reliable performance
• Compact, bushy growth habit
• Early and productive summer squash

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Bush
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-11 (grown as an annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 24-36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow pattypan squash seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F (15°C). Plant seeds 1 inch deep in groups of 2-3 seeds, spaced 24-36 inches apart. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to the strongest plant per group once they have true leaves.

Provide regular watering, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest fruits when they are 2-4 inches in diameter for best flavor and tenderness. Regular harvesting encourages continued production. Monitor for common pests like squash bugs and cucumber beetles.

What's Included

25 Pattypan Squash Seeds (Summer Scallop, Heirloom Variety).