| Common Name | Squash Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Latin Name | Cucurbita pepo |
| Top Category | Summer Squash |
| Flavor Profile | Nutty, Sweet, Tender |
| Fruit Size | 3” - 4” long |
| Growing Conditions | Heat Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Vining |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain, Fast Growing |
| Plant Type | Summer |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary, Trellis Garden |
| Germination Info | 3 |
Bennings Green Tint
Squash Seed
A lovely, little American heirloom from the early 1900s, Bennings Green-Tint is a pattypan-type. A very pretty, pale green scalloped squash that has excellent flavor, a hint of sweetness and a tender, yet meaty, texture. They are ideal when picked 2-3″ in diameter. They are prized for quick sautéing with pastas, grilled and stuffed, steaming or serving fresh with summer dips. Blossoms are prolific and the ideal size for culinary use.
| Days to Maturity | 55 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 48" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2” |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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