Heirloom Crookneck Squash Seeds – Early Summer Yellow Bush Vegetable (10 Seeds)

Heirloom Crookneck Squash is a classic summer vegetable prized for its golden-yellow skin, curved neck, and mild, buttery flavor. This early-producing bush variety has been a garden favorite for generations, offering dependable harvests of tender squash that are perfect for grilling, roasting, frying, or adding to casseroles and soups.

Unlike sprawling vine types, this bush squash stays compact, making it an excellent choice for raised beds, small gardens, and container growing. The bright yellow fruits are easy to spot at harvest and are typically best picked young, when the skin is still tender and the flavor is at its peak.

Plant Features

• Heirloom yellow summer squash with a distinctive crookneck shape
• Early and productive bush growth habit
• Tender, mild flesh ideal for fresh cooking
• Compact plants suit small gardens and raised beds
• Easy to grow from seed in warm weather

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Consistent moisture; avoid waterlogged soil
• Growth Habit: Bush
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Spacing: 24 to 36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow crookneck squash seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep in hills or rows, and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings to the strongest plants once they have a few true leaves.

Water regularly at the base of the plants to keep foliage dry and reduce disease pressure. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest squash when fruits are young and the skin is easily pierced with a fingernail for the best texture and flavor. Regular picking encourages continued production.

What's Included

10 Heirloom Crookneck Squash seeds.