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Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash

Scientific Name: Cucurbita moschata 'Yellow Crookneck'

Also Known As

  • Cucurbita pepo 'Yellow Crook Neck'
  • Cucurbita pepo 'Yellow Crookneck'
  • Squash 'Summer Crookneck'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash plant details

Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Creamy white flesh, buttery flavor and firm texture with a deep yellow skin and curved neck. Harvest at around 5" for best flavor. This prolific variety dates back to the 1700s, probably grown by Native Americans. Sow early to midsummer.

Gardening facts about Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash plant

How to Grow Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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