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Scallop Squash, Patty Pan Squash, Summer Squash 'Patty Green Tint'

Cucurbitapepo

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Cucurbita pepo by Horseshoe
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Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
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Species
pepo (PEP-oh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Hillsborough, North Carolina

Vinton, Ohio

Boise City, Oklahoma

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

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San Diego, CA | October 2013 | positive

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Horseshoe
Efland, NC (Zone 7a) | February 2006 | positive

Wonderful "patty pan" squash! Easy to grow, delicious to eat! Always have room in my garden for this one!

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