What is Early White Bush scallop squash?
This heirloom, also called patty pan, produces flat, scalloped, pale-white summer squash with tender flesh and a mild flavor, best eaten young.
When should I harvest scallop squash?
Pick the fruit small, at 2-4 inches across, while tender and glossy. Frequent picking keeps this bush plant setting new squash all season.
How long until Early White Bush squash is ready?
It matures quickly, in about 50-55 days from sowing, giving an early and steady summer harvest.
Does this squash need a lot of space?
No. It grows on a compact bush rather than a long vine, so space plants about 24-36 inches apart. Its tidy habit suits smaller gardens.
When and where should I plant it?
Sow directly after the last frost once soil is 60-70F, in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. It grows as a warm-season annual in all zones.
Are these seeds heirloom and non-GMO?
Yes, these are open-pollinated, non-GMO heirloom seeds, so you can save seed from your best plants for next year.
When should I pick pattypan squash?
At 2–3 inches across, while the skin is tender and glossy.
How do I keep it producing?
Harvest frequently; leaving fruit to mature slows new production.
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