Crookneck squash 'Early Summer'

Cucurbita pepo var. torticollia

How to grow Crookneck squash 'Early Summer'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Early Summer is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing Early Summer from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 2.99 feet (92.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.98 inches (2.5 cm).

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Early Summer about 20 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Early Summer

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Early Summer is a tender plant.

Harvesting Early Summer

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.