{"product_id":"yellow-crookneck-summer-squash-seeds","title":"Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYellow Crookneck Summer Squash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic American heirloom, Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash produces abundant, golden-yellow fruits with a distinctive curved neck and bumpy skin. Tender, sweet, and buttery in flavor, these squash are best harvested young (4–6 inches) for peak taste and texture. A prolific producer that thrives in warm weather — perfect for home gardens and market growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors after the last frost date when soil temperature reaches at least 60°F (ideally 70°F). Start indoors 2–3 weeks before transplanting if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8 hours per day minimum).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8. Amend with compost before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Quantity: \u003c\/strong\u003e 30-40 seeds per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in hills of 2–3 seeds, spacing hills 3–4 feet apart, or sow in rows 4–6 feet apart with 18–24 inches between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and consistently, about 1–2 inches per week. Avoid wetting foliage to reduce disease risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds germinate in 7–14 days under optimal conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50–55 days from direct sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Side-dress with a balanced fertilizer or compost when plants begin to vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when fruits are 4–6 inches long for best flavor. Check plants daily during peak season — squash grow quickly!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove oversized fruits promptly to encourage continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Seed Baskets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48247755899094,"sku":"SQ-YCROOKNECK-001","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/9841\/1222\/files\/yellow-crookneck-summer-squash-in-garden.png?v=1778631862","url":"https:\/\/theseedbaskets.org\/products\/yellow-crookneck-summer-squash-seeds","provider":"The Seed Baskets ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}