Mountain Valley Seed Company Bennings Green Tint Scallop Summer Squash Seeds
Best reliable heirloom squash for home gardeners seeking high yields.
A classic, prolific pattypan variety that produces tender, pale green fruit with a creamy texture. Perfect for home gardens, this bush-habit plant thrives in warm weather and offers a reliable harvest of scalloped squash.
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking high-volume harvests from a single plant
- Northern growers or those wanting a quick summer crop
- Organic gardeners looking for hardy and reliable squash varieties
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited square footage or small raised beds
- Busy growers unable to check their garden every few days
- Gardeners in regions with heavy squash bug infestations
Performance breakdown
Container Suitability
Compact bush habit thrives perfectly in pots and small garden spaces.
Harvest Speed
Rapid 50-day maturity cycle delivers quick results for impatient gardeners.
Culinary Versatility
Tender texture makes it ideal for grilling, sautéing, or roasting.
Growth Reliability
Open-pollinated heirloom genetics ensure consistent, predictable performance year after year.
Yield Density
Prolific producer that keeps the kitchen stocked throughout the summer season.
Climate Adaptability
Broad hardiness range makes it a dependable choice for most regions.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Cucurbita pepo
Days to Maturity
50 days
Hardiness Zone
3-9
Planting Depth
2.54 cm
Plant Spacing
60.96 cm
Row Spacing
7.62 cm
Growth Habit
Bush
Light Preference
Full sun
Edible
Yes
Lifecycle
Annual
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