SQUASH - White Scallop

OP Open Pollinated

HL Heirloom

(10 seeds)

$3.95

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A yummy and versatile heirloom squah

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Native Americans introduced this delicious squash to the Western world, and the vigorous plants produce such a magnificent harvest, that this heritage squash variety remains Read More

Native Americans introduced this delicious squash to the Western world, and the vigorous plants produce such a magnificent harvest, that this heritage squash variety remains a firm favourite. Eat them fried or bake them in the oven the attractive shape adds a special touch for those who eat with their eyes.

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Quantity

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Days to Harvest

45-70 days

Position/Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Medium

Plant Spacing

100cm

Plant Height

60-90cm

Additional Features

Cuisine, Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible

Product Details

Common Name: SQUASH - White Scallop

Seeds Per Packet: Approx 10

Days to Harvest: 45-70 days

Watering: Medium

Plant Spacing: 100cm

Row Spacing: 150cm

Companion Plants: Corn, Marigolds, Peas, Radish

Additional Features: Cuisine, Direct-Sow Seeds, Easy Care Plants, Edible

Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo

Germination Time: 7-14 days

Position/Sunlight: Full Sun

Plant Height: 60-90cm

Sow Depth: 10mm

Best Months to Plant – Squash
Climate Zone	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cool/Mountain	✓	✓								✓	✓	✓
Temperate	✓	✓					✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Arid	✓	✓						✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Subtropical								✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tropical			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Cool/Mountain – Squash
Method	Jan	Feb	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓				✓	✓	✓

Temperate – Squash
Method	Jan	Feb	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓				✓	✓	✓	✓

Arid – Squash
Method	Jan	Feb	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓				✓	✓	✓	✓

Subtropical – Squash
Method	Jan	Feb	Mar	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Start in trays	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓	✓

Tropical – Squash
Method	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep
Start in trays	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plant out transplants	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Direct sow	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Growing Information

How to Sow

Squashes need warm soil to germinate, so start in pots if you want to get a head start. Your seeds are planted 1cm deep, and give each plant 100cm between it and its neighbour.

How to Harvest

Pick your fruits using sharp scissors or a knife when the turn yellow and are 5-10cm wide. If left too long they will start to become tough.

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How to Sow

Squashes need warm soil to germinate, so start in pots if you want to get a head start. Your seeds are planted 1cm deep, and give each plant 100cm between it and its neighbour.

How to Harvest

Pick your fruits using sharp scissors or a knife when the turn yellow and are 5-10cm wide. If left too long they will start to become tough.

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Want the full growing guide?

See sowing times, planting tips, watering, harvesting and common problems for this crop.

View full grow guide →