Balmoral Patty Pan Squash

Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo 'Balmoral'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

1-12

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Balmoral Patty Pan Squash plant details

Balmoral Patty Pan Squash is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Balmoral Patty Pan Squash

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Balmoral Patty Pan Squash

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Summer squashes often take up a lot of space, but a new group of very compact squashes has opened up possibilities. If you have space for a wine barrel, you also have the space to grow ‘Balmoral’. If grown in a barrel, this patty pan type will grow around 2’ tall & wide. If grown in the ground it will stay very compact, appealing 2-3’ feet instead of sprawling. Its openness makes it very easy to see & pick the squashes before they get too big & enjoy the huge golden flowers. The squashes are a beautiful flying saucer shape with scalloped edges, a tender green color maturing to creamy white. Start harvesting them at 3-4” & don’t let them get big if you want ongoing production. The best part: they’re totally delicious! Making the plant small did not diminish the flavor. Plant in well fertilized soil & keep them consistently watered. Supplement with manure or compost tea to improve health & production.