Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: These squashes generally taste best when harvested at a length of 4-8". When the plant begins to produce mature squashes, they should be picked every day or two. Prolific Straightneck squashes keep well in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 300
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Yellow
Was my best summer squash
I always feel lucky if I get a handful of summer squash before the plants wilt and die from bugs and mildew. This variety did well and I had extras to share and so pretty. This will be a staple.
100 % Germination test
We plant these delicious squash every year. This is the 1st year that we've bought this variety from Everwilde and we haven't planted them yet. But, we have tested the seeds and the germination rate was 100%.
Yellow Straightneck Squash
Excellent prices, Great quality and quantity. Would highly recommend this company
great seeds
great seeds
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Best Germination rates on the NET
I only buy Cocozelle zuchini and Prolific Straightneck squash from Everwilde because of the germination rates of the 2 tend to be really high. The seed is mature and stay real fresh in the seed packs. These people do a great job.
Excellent summer squash
Prolific, keeps a little better than crook neck squash. Less chance of breaking when picked. A favorite in our house & the neighbors like them.
food jungle
Their seeds are dependable and they have the best packaging.
Happy Customer
We will definently order from here again. Trustworthy site. We ordered from a site earlier this year and were scammed buying seeds of all things. Such a disappointment.
The packaging is awesome, reseal your seeds if needed. Only bummer was our celery seeds were all in the bottom of the shipping bag but not that serious y'all. Thank you for offering such a fast, reliable service. We can't wait to get them all planted. Take care.
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and are true to the packaging. I also love the nice easy to close and keep closed packaging.
Ready to Go
Great Packageing AND SHIPPING
Wonderful
Every single seed in the packet germinated! I'll buy all my seeds from here next year
Yet to be planted
We have had so much rain here, hard to get seeds planted, maybe later , can review
Great service
iIs too early to plant here so I cant comment on seed quality,ect but the service was excellent.
Summer squash
Excellent product, exactly as described. Prompt shipping. Would recommend this seller and we will order from them again.
squash
Lots of great information and the packaging is fabulous.
No crop as of yet but looking for good results.
Ship time.
Ordered seeds on a Tuesday night notice on website said there could be an extra wait time of five days so I was prepared to wait well over a week to get the seeds to my surprise I got them on Saturday the little plants are already coming up in my greenhouse
Loving squash
I received the beautiful squash seeds and I was thankful to have them.
Looking to planting these seeds
Came quickly and at a very fair price. Easier than shopping in a store.
Perfect!
I live in zone 9b in central FL. I direct planted the week of St. Patty's Day, can't remember the exact date. They have grown into beautiful plants and produced abundantly so far. My family loves the taste! I am extremely happy with these seeds.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: These squashes generally taste best when harvested at a length of 4-8". When the plant begins to produce mature squashes, they should be picked every day or two. Prolific Straightneck squashes keep well in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store yellow summer squash early prolific straightneck seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 300
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Yellow
Reviews
Review
Was my best summer squash
I always feel lucky if I get a handful of summer squash before the plants wilt and die from bugs and mildew. This variety did well and I had extras to share and so pretty. This will be a staple.
Review
100 % Germination test
We plant these delicious squash every year. This is the 1st year that we've bought this variety from Everwilde and we haven't planted them yet. But, we have tested the seeds and the germination rate was 100%.
Review
Yellow Straightneck Squash
Excellent prices, Great quality and quantity. Would highly recommend this company
Review
great seeds
great seeds
Review
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Review
Best Germination rates on the NET
I only buy Cocozelle zuchini and Prolific Straightneck squash from Everwilde because of the germination rates of the 2 tend to be really high. The seed is mature and stay real fresh in the seed packs. These people do a great job.
Review
Excellent summer squash
Prolific, keeps a little better than crook neck squash. Less chance of breaking when picked. A favorite in our house & the neighbors like them.
Review
food jungle
Their seeds are dependable and they have the best packaging.
Review
Happy Customer
We will definently order from here again. Trustworthy site. We ordered from a site earlier this year and were scammed buying seeds of all things. Such a disappointment.
The packaging is awesome, reseal your seeds if needed. Only bummer was our celery seeds were all in the bottom of the shipping bag but not that serious y'all. Thank you for offering such a fast, reliable service. We can't wait to get them all planted. Take care.
Review
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and are true to the packaging. I also love the nice easy to close and keep closed packaging.
Review
Ready to Go
Great Packageing AND SHIPPING
Review
Wonderful
Every single seed in the packet germinated! I'll buy all my seeds from here next year
Review
Yet to be planted
We have had so much rain here, hard to get seeds planted, maybe later , can review
Review
Great service
iIs too early to plant here so I cant comment on seed quality,ect but the service was excellent.
Review
Summer squash
Excellent product, exactly as described. Prompt shipping. Would recommend this seller and we will order from them again.
Review
squash
Lots of great information and the packaging is fabulous.
No crop as of yet but looking for good results.
Review
Ship time.
Ordered seeds on a Tuesday night notice on website said there could be an extra wait time of five days so I was prepared to wait well over a week to get the seeds to my surprise I got them on Saturday the little plants are already coming up in my greenhouse
Review
Loving squash
I received the beautiful squash seeds and I was thankful to have them.
Review
Looking to planting these seeds
Came quickly and at a very fair price. Easier than shopping in a store.
Review
Perfect!
I live in zone 9b in central FL. I direct planted the week of St. Patty's Day, can't remember the exact date. They have grown into beautiful plants and produced abundantly so far. My family loves the taste! I am extremely happy with these seeds.