Cucumber beetles(in some areas) & powdery mildew can kill the plant. If you practice good pest & disease control it is an easy to grow plant. Proper air circulation & spacing prevent mildew. Trim off any affected leaves.
A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Straightneck Early Yellow is thought of as tender, so it is imperative to wait until temperatures are mild before planting out of doors. Straightneck Early Yellow tends to grow best in a soil ph of between 5.6 and 7.5 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.By our calculations, you should look at sowing Straightneck Early Yellow about 14 days before your last frost date.