Early White Scallop Squash seeds
Early White Scallop Squash is a unique heirloom from the 1700s. This highly attractive squash surprises with its swift maturity, yielding fruits just 45-50 days from sowing! Its mild flavor profile makes it a versatile addition to any dish, effortlessly complementing a wide range of ingredients. Resembling a small pie or even a UFO, this squash boasts a distinctive round shape adorned with deep scalloped grooves along the perimeter. When ripe, it transforms into a bright white hue, signaling the perfect time for harvest.
Effortless to cultivate, these squash varieties add a delightful touch to vegan or vegetarian pizzas, shine when fried and drizzled with herb oil, and bring a seasonal flair when sautéed alongside other squashes for a Fall hash. They also serve as a charming centerpiece in autumn cornucopia squash and gourd decorations, adding a visual feast to your seasonal displays. Explore the culinary and aesthetic possibilities with this 1700s heirloom that effortlessly combines charm and flavor.
Seed count: 10
Botanic name:
C.pepo
Plant spacing:
2'-3' feet apart
Color:
White
Sowing depth:
1/2-1 inch
Sun requirements:
Full
Utilization:
These are great in salads, sauteed, baked, stuffed, and grilled.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
45-50 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Patty pan, scallop squash, white patty pan squash
Vine Habit:
Semi-bush
