{"product_id":"golden-crookneck-squash-seeds","title":"Summer Yellow Squash Seeds (Golden Crookneck) – Non-GMO Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eGolden Summer Crookneck is a classic heirloom summer squash (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e) with curved necks, bumpy golden-yellow skin, and sweet, buttery, fine-grained flesh. These squash seeds grow productive bush plants that deliver tender crookneck fruit all season for sautéing, grilling, and frying. One of the oldest American squash, it's treasured for rich flavor that store-bought squash rarely matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor gardeners who want an old-fashioned, flavorful summer squash and cooks who prize its sweet, buttery taste when picked young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect-sow after the last frost when soil reaches 70°F, or start indoors 2–3 weeks early. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and space bush plants 24–36 inches apart. Full sun and rich, well-drained soil keep plants productive. Grows as an annual in USDA zones 3–9.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady about 50–58 days from sowing. Pick young at 4–6 inches while the skin is tender and glossy; frequent harvest keeps fruit coming and prevents seedy, tough squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent sautéed, grilled, breaded and fried, or added to soups and sautés. Young fruit is the most tender and flavorful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/yellow-squash\"\u003eHow to Grow Golden Crookneck Squash From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"3.8G","offer_id":45320447787215,"sku":"ORIVYS_09_77","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10G","offer_id":45320447819983,"sku":"ORIVYS_09_78","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Yellow-Squash-Golden-Summer-Crookneck-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266971394.png?v=1783463468","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/golden-crookneck-squash-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}