Green Tint Scallop

Description

GREEN TINT SCALLOP SQUASH (Cucurbita pepo)

Transplant | Late May | Annual | Summer Squash

A charming heirloom squash with pale green, scalloped fruits and a mild, buttery flavor. Also known as pattypan squash, this variety is tender and delicious when harvested young—perfect for sautéing, roasting, or grilling.

Growing Details

• Harvest: ~50–55 days from transplant
• Plant spacing: 2–3′
• Full sun
• Not frost hardy
• Bush habit (no trellis required)

Garden Companionship

Best planted with: Beans, corn, radishes, nasturtiums
Benefits: Companion plants help deter pests, attract pollinators, and support healthy squash production
Avoid planting near: Potatoes, which may compete for nutrients

Pro Growing Tips

• Harvest fruits young (2–4″) for the most tender texture and best flavor
• Check plants frequently—squash can grow quickly
• Encourage pollination by planting flowers nearby or hand-pollinating if needed

Health Highlights

• Low-calorie vegetable: Light and nutritious for everyday meals
• Vitamin-rich: Contains vitamin C and beneficial nutrients
• Versatile: Perfect for grilling, roasting, stuffing, or sautéing

Pre-order now for productive, garden-ready plants timed perfectly for warm-season planting.