Summer Squash, Yellow Crookneck

Yellow Crookneck squash produces those classic curved yellow fruits with a slightly nutty flavor and buttery texture. The bright yellow color and distinctive shape make them easy to spot when harvesting, and they're delicious sautéed or grilled.

Summer Squash: Transform your garden into a daily-producing machine with these incredibly prolific summer squash bush plants! Harvest tender fruits like zucchini, yellow crookneck, and pattypan daily for peak flavor and texture. Unlike winter varieties, summer squash is harvested immature with edible skin and seeds, and a single plant can yield over 10 pounds of fresh produce throughout the season. The large, edible flowers are also a prized delicacy, perfect for stuffing or frying. Just 2-3 plants are typically sufficient to feed most families!

• Growing Tips: Transplant 1-2 weeks after the last frost when soil reaches 65°F, spacing 24-36 inches apart.

• Sun Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours minimum).

• Preferred Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; a heavy feeder that benefits greatly from compost.

• Harvest Details: Pick fruits when 6-8 inches long while still tender and glossy, typically starting 45-55 days. Harvest every 1-2 days at peak production to prevent them from becoming oversized and tough. Male edible flowers can also be harvested for culinary use.