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Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash
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Packet - 30 Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity48 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing24 Inches
Germination4–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash
‘Early Prolific Straightneck’ is an award-winning summer squash and 1938 All-America Selections Winner prized for its heavy yields and tender lemon-yellow fruits. Slightly club-shaped squash are produced on semi-open plants that make harvesting quick and easy.
Sow ‘Early Prolific Straightneck’ directly in the garden about 1 inch deep and space plants about 24 inches apart. Grow in full sun. This heat-tolerant variety develops vigorous, productive plants.
Ready to harvest in about 48 days, pick fruits regularly when they are approximately 3 to 7 inches long for the best texture and flavor.
Tender, productive, and classic, ‘Early Prolific Straightneck’ is excellent for sautéing, frying, roasting, everyday cooking, and storage.
- Days to Maturity: 48
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: 1 Inch
- Spacing: 24 Inches
- Sun: Full Sun
- Height: 1 - 3 Feet
- Fruit Size: 3 - 7 Inches
Catalog Page: 61
How to start
Direct Sow
Sowing depth
1 Inch
Plant height
1 - 3 Feet
Botanical name
Cucurbita pepo
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Direct Sow.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of 1 Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 4–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 24 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash$4.50 · Packet - 30 Seeds
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