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pattypan squash Pattypan Squash seeds

2015-09-23
certified organic
non-certified GMO-free
heirloom

Quantity

9 seeds

Plant before

2017-09-01

Days until maturity

60–70 days

Will trade

nowhere (from Perth, Western Australia)

Notes

Squash, Button - Vert Et Blanc (Cucurbita pepo) Green & white French heirloom. Develops dark green stripes as it matures, however it is best eaten young when it is still light green. 60-70 days. Originating from central America. Plant in full sun, keep soil moist, water roots not leaves to prevent mildew. Likes rich well drained soil, though not heavily fertilized, add lime to obtain pH of 6.5. Keep moist. Can sow indoors 5 weeks before planting, take care not to damage roots. For seed saving it is best to grow only one variety within 2km. Sow after frost.

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pattypan squash Cucurbita pepo var. clypeata

Median Lifespan 225 days

First harvest expected 58 days after planting