Squash

51 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Ambassador Squash. This early-maturing bush plant produces high yields of medium-dark green squash. Easy to pick. This high-quality is very delicious and very easy to harvest. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 385969. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety. Disease Resistant: PM.

Amish Pie Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

140 days. Cucurbita moschata. (F1) Argonaut Squash. The plant produces good yields of giant gold skin butternut squash. The orange flesh can grow up to 25 lbs, is extra meaty, very sweet, and has a very small seed cavity. This is one of the largest butternut squash. Resistant to many insects and diseases. Keeps well. Try growing a Giant Squash in your garden to impress your neighbors. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

95 days. Cucurbita maxima. (F1) Autumn Cup Squash. This semi bush plant produces high yields of 3 lb dark green buttercup squash. The deep orange flesh is extremely sweet. It is a great storage variety. This high quality variety was developed by Dr. Brent Loy of the University of New Hampshire. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

95 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Baby Blue Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 7 lb blue gray squash. This teardrop shaped squash has smooth tasting orange yellow flesh. It tastes wonderful baked or roasted! An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5252. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

95 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Baby Green Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 7 lb green teardrop shaped squash. It has smooth tasting orange yellow flesh. It tastes wonderful baked or roasted. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

63 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Benning's Green Tint Squash. This early-maturing bush plant produces high yields of pale green scalloped squash. It is easy to grow and is rarely bothered by insects. It has a creamy texture and is very flavorful. It is best when harvested when 3" in diameter. Also known as Bennings Green Tint Scallop Squash and Benning's Green Tint Patty Pan Squash. This bush plant grows only 4 feet and is suitable for small home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5209. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

1957 All-America Selections Winner! 60 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Black Beauty Zucchini Squash. This early-maturing bush plant produces high yields of straight, dark green zucchini. The outer surface is very smooth. It is best when harvested when the squash is 8" long. This is an improved variety over the old Black Zucchini. This bush plant is suitable for smaller gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 7370. An heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

75 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Black Bellota Squash. This semi bush plant produces good yields of 2 lb black acorn squash. This squash has extremely high quality flesh. It also has a very long shelf life of 6 to 8 months. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety. Disease Resistant: PM.

75 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Black Zucchini Squash. The plant produces high yields of straight, smooth, dark green zucchini squash. The greenish white flesh is very flavorful, and the flavor is unsurpassed. It is best when harvested when 8" long. It is delicious when baked, boiled, fried, steamed, or used raw, and when used in a variety of recipes. This Zucchini squash can be frozen. Easy to grow. This variety was originally from the Jerome B. Rice Seed Company. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 32713. A 1931 heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

110 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Blue Hubbard New England Strain Squash. The plant produces high yields of extra large 30 to 45 lb attractive blue gray squash. This variety has flavorful, deep yellow flesh that has a very good texture. The fruit can get up to 20-30" long, and its flesh is of the highest quality, with a sweet, fine grained texture and an orange color. Stores well up to 4 months. This is the New England strain of the Blue Hubbard Squash. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 31557. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

81 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Bonbon Squash. This semi bush plant produces high yields of 4 lb green buttercup squash. The deep creamy orange is extremely sweet and is as sweet as candy. Great storage variety. Suitable for small gardens as vines spread only 8 ft. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

90 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Burgess Buttercup Squash. The plant produces heavy yields of 8" long turban shaped green squash with silvery white stripes. The yellow orange flesh is very sweet, and the squash grows 3 to 5 lbs. It has an extended shelf life and stores well. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, G 23449, A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

75 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Burpee's Butterbush Squash. This bush plant produces good yields of 1 to 2 lb butternut squash. The reddish-orange flesh is very delicious. Good for making a superb pie. It keeps well for months, too. Vines are only 20" long, making them suitable for small gardens. A heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

49 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Bush Baby Squash. This early maturing plant produces high yields of small 4" to 6" long baby zucchini squash. This is a true baby squash that is glossy, medium dark green with stripes. Bush Baby Squash has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A summer squash variety.

100 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Bush Delicata Squash. This compact plant produces excellent yields of 4" wide by 8" long green striped oblong squash. It has rich, deep golden orange flesh. The taste is similar to that of a sweet potato. This variety has a smaller seed cavity and thicker walls than other Delicata varieties. The squash has a long shelf life, up to 4 months, meaning you can enjoy it well into the winter months. This bush plant spreads only 36" and is suitable for small gardens. Space them closer together for higher yields. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. Also known as Cornell's Bush Delicata Squash and Sweet Potato Squash. Molly Jahn and George Moriarty developed a variety at Cornell University. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 612977. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety. Disease Resistant: PM.

50 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Butterstick Squash. This early maturing semi bush plant produces high yields of bright golden yellow Straightneck squash that has a long harvest period. It has smooth skin and creamy white flesh. Very sweet with a nutty flavor. Use raw in a salad or can be used in soups, stews, and casseroles. It is best when harvested at 10" long. This bush plant is suitable for small gardens. Easy to harvest. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

95 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Carnival Squash. This semi bush plant produces good yields of medium size colorful Acorn squash. The squash is uniquely flecked with shades of green, gold, and yellow, and each one is different. It will have less yellow and gold and more green at high temperatures. The squash stores well for months. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

65 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Caserta Zucchini Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 16" long grayish green zucchini squash with dark green stripes. It has creamy flesh and is very flavorful. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5231. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

47 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Cashflow Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 2" wide by 8" long green zucchini squash. This exceptional quality squash is best when harvested at 8" long. It is great used fresh, frozen, or canned. Plants are upright and open, making them easy to harvest. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. Disease Resistant: ZYMV. A summer squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Chicago Warted Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 15" long green squash. The deep orange yellow flesh is very flavorful. It is one of the best types of processing squash on the market. Perfect for pies and canning. Stores well too. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5248. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

75 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Cream of the Crop Squash. This bush plant produces high yields of 3 lb acorn squash. The squash has creamy white skin and golden cream flesh and has excellent baking qualities. It is great to pick small and use as a summer squash, or can be left to ripen and used for winter storage. Stores well. This bush plant is suitable for small gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

75 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Dark Green Zucchini Squash. The plant produces high yields of dark green zucchini. Excellent sliced, fried, steamed, or baked. Easy to grow. It makes so much squash that you will give it away to your neighbors. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5222. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

Dixie Squash

85 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Early Butternut Squash. The plant produces very high yields of 2 to 2 ½ lb yellowish butternut squash. The squash has a small seed cavity. The deep reddish orange flesh has a nutty and extremely sweet flavor. The flesh has a firm texture that does not become mushy or watery in baking or when pureed to make pies and soups. Stores well. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 698734, A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

42 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Early Golden Summer Crookneck Squash. This early-maturing bush plant produces high yields of 3" wide by 8" long, buttery-yellow squash with a narrow, curved neck. Very tender and flavorful. It is one of the earliest and most productive yellow crookneck varieties, popular for home gardens. Turns darker yellow as it matures. Excellent fried, steamed, or baked. Best harvested when 4 to 6" long. One of the earliest crookneck squash varieties on the market, producing throughout the summer. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 32649. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

1938 All-America Selections Winner! 48 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Early Prolific Straightneck Squash. This early maturing plant produces high yields of creamy-yellow, slightly club-shaped squash. This is a quality squash. It is best when harvested when 7" long or smaller. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5232. An heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

49 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Early White Bush Scallop Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces good yields of 4 to 6 " diameter white pattypan squash. It has a creamy texture and is very flavorful. They are low in calories and a good source of vitamin A. It is easy to grow and is rarely bothered by insects. Also known as White Patty Pan Squash and Cymling Squash. An heirloom variety dating back to the 16th and early 18th century, pre-1722 records. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5229. An heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

100 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Ebony Acorn Squash. The plant produces high yields of 2 lb glossy green, almost black, squash. The yellow flesh is very flavorful. A variety developed by Dr. Henry Munger of Cornell University in 1957. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 112198. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

42 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Eight Ball Squash. This early maturing plant produces heavy yields of 4" round summer squash. This zucchini squash has shiny, speckled green colors and is the size of a billiard ball. It produces all season long. This gourmet squash is great for stuffing or grilling. You can also use it as a bowl and scoop out the seeds, and fill it with dip or salad. It is best when harvested when the squash fruit is 2 to 3" in diameter. The plant vines are 3 feet long, making it ideal for small gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 630937. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

90 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Emerald Strain Buttercup Squash. The plant produces heavy yields of 5 lb buttercup squash. This squash has a classic turban shape and color. It has sweet yellow orange flesh. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 89361. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

41 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Enterprise Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces heavy yields of 8" long by 2" wide straightneck yellow squash. This high quality squash is straight, slender, and smooth. It has a mild, creamy, sweet yet savory flavor. This bush plant can have multiple harvests and is adaptable and can grow in any region of the country. It has heavy continuous production over a long season. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: PM. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

100 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Festival Squash. This semi-bush plant produces good yields of 2-pound acorn squash that have shades of green, gold, and orange. No two will look alike! It has flavorful golden flesh. This gourmet squash is great baked or roasted. This bush plant is suitable for small gardens. It keeps for 3 months after harvest. An excellent choice for home gardens and Farmer’s Markets. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

1942 All-America Selections Winner! 57 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Fordhook Zucchini Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 8 to 12" long zucchini. The squash is dark green and is straight to slightly curved. Its flesh is creamy white, tender, and very tasty. Best harvested when 5" to 7" long. It was originally bred at Burpee’s Fordhook Farm. It remains popular for home gardens due to its reliability, high yields, and excellent flavor. It freezes well, too. Also known as Fordhook Summer Squash. A favorite in the Southwest of the United States and Mexico. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5225. An heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

1966 All-America Selections Winner! 85 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Gold Nugget Squash. This bush plant produces good yields of 1 to 3 lb pumpkin-shaped buttercup squash. It was originally bred by North Dakota State University as a sweet potato substitute for short-season areas. The orange flesh is very sweet and used as a substitute for sweet potatoes. It is usually steamed or baked and added to soups, stews, curries, and desserts. It keeps well, too. Plant close together, and it can be a real space saver. Also known as Golden Nugget Squash. Suitable for small gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 29618. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

50 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Gold Rush Squash. This early maturing compact plant produces good yields of 10" long, brilliant golden yellow zucchini squash. Its creamy white flesh is delicious. They may be picked young for gourmet dishes, or they may be allowed to reach full size, and the flavor remains the same. The squash has waxy skin, creating a nice protective barrier against insects. Each plant will occupy only about four square feet. Squash lovers should try this variety at least once. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Golden Delicious Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 12" bright reddish orange skinned squash with green blotches. It has sweet orange yellow flesh. Stores well. Excellent for canning and freezing. Developed for making baby food. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5239. An heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Golden Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 10 lb orange squash with tan stripes. Its golden-colored flesh is very sweet. Great for roasting and making quality pies. Also perfect for freezing and canning. Stores well. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 32798. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

55 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Golden Zucchini Squash. This early maturing compact bush plant produces heavy yields of 8" long bright golden yellow zucchini squash. The squash is tender and delicious with a creamy white interior. This variety was first introduced in 1973 by W. Atlee Burpee of Philadelphia. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 93258. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

110 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Green Hubbard Squash. The plant produces good yields of 10 to 15 lb deep green squash. It has a very sweet, orange yellow thick flesh. Perfect for baking and making pies. Keeps well into spring, and can be stored successfully for months. Great for canning and freezing. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, G 30546. A 1790 heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

45 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Grey Zucchini Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 7" long zucchini squash. The squash is medium green with silvery speckles and is straight and smooth at the early stage. It is firm, mild, and very tasty. Best harvested when 5" to 7" long. Also known as Gray Zucchini Squash, Mexican Gray Zucchini Squash, and Calabacita Squash. A favorite in the Southwest of the United States and Mexico. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 32647. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

90 days. Cucurbita maxima. (F1) Heart of Gold Squash. This semi bush plant produces good yields of 3 lb creamy color squash with green mottled striping. This gourmet dumpling shaped squash has very flavorful orange flesh. An excellent choice for home gardens, farmer's markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Honey Boat Squash. The plant produces excellent yields of 8" long by 3" wide delicata squash. This high-quality squash has tan skin with green stripes and rich golden-orange flesh. It is one of the sweetest squash varieties available. The flavor is rich and reminiscent of sweet potatoes. Stores well for months. A variety developed by Dr. James Baggett, Oregon State University. This bush plant is suitable for small gardens. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

Honeynut Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

105 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Jumbo Pink Banana Squash. The plant produces good yields of 3 foot long banana shaped pinkish color squash. This squash has delicious yellow orange flesh. It can grow up to 50 lbs. Impress your neighbors and grow a giant squash. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5237. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

55 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Lemon Squash. This early maturing plant produces high yields of 3 to 4 oz bright yellow squash that resemble a lemon. The squash turns from green to yellow when mature. These baseball-sized squash have excellent flavor. It is great sauteed, chopped, and used in salads, frying, and gourmet dishes. It has a long growing season and good resistance to insects and pests. An excellent choice for home gardens. Farmers Markets, and specialty market growers, A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Long Island Cheese Squash. The plant produces good yields of 10 lb squash resembling a wheel of cheese. The orange flesh is very sweet and used for making delicious pies. Stores well will keep up to 6 months. It is named after a wheel of cheddar cheese. Also known as Long Island Cheese Pumpkin. An excellent choice for home gardens. An 1806 heirloom variety from New England. A winter squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Mashed Potato Squash. This compact bush plant produces high yields of 1 ½ to 2 lb white acorn squash. A squash that looks like mashed potatoes when baked and fluffed. It provides a good, low carbohydrate alternative to mashed potatoes. This high quality gourmet squash has white flesh that can be mashed, baked, steamed, or roasted. Very flavorful. The squash holds its color well into the fall. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

60 to 90 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Melody Blend Bush Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of a mix of summer squash. The mix has the most popular and very flavorful varieties of squash, including Golden Zucchini, Black Beauty Zucchini, Grey Zucchini, and the White Bush Scallop. Also known as Summer Melody Squash. Suitable for containers and small gardens. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. A summer squash.

100 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Mooregold Squash. The plant produces high yields of 6 to 7 inches in diameter, bright orange butternut squash. The bright orange flesh is extremely sweet and has very thick, textured meat. Excellent storage variety. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 26493. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

120 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Neck Pumpkin Squash. The plant produces good yields of 24" to 30" long butternut squash and can weigh 10-20 lbs. It has very sweet orange flesh. Used for making pies and processing. Also known as Pennsylvania Dutch Crookneck Squash. An excellent choice for home gardens, market growers, and open field production. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 219902. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

Partial Eclipse Squash

1982 All-America Selections Winner! 49 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Peter Pan Squash. It is a popular hybrid variety of pattypan summer squash. It’s known for being meatier and sweeter than many other pattypan squash, with a compact bush habit that makes it great for smaller gardens or containers. The plant produces heavy yields of 3" diameter light green scallop squash. This gourmet miniature patty pan squash is meatier than most patty pans and has a distinctive, delicious, sweet flavor. It is one of the best scallop squash varieties on the market. You can pick over a long period. This bush plant takes little space, making it ideal for small gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

100 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Puritan Butternut Squash. The plant produces good yields of 11” long by 5” wide butternut squash. The flesh is very flavorful and sweet. The squash can grow up to 2 to 3 ½ lbs. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

45 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Round Zucchini Squash. This early maturing compact bush plant produces high yields of 2 ½ to 3" round grey green zucchini. It has delicious, creamy, yellow flesh. Suitable for small home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 615105. An heirloom squash from the USA. A summer squash variety.

85 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Royal Ace Squash. This semi bush plant produces high yields of dark green, almost black, Acorn squash. The orange flesh is very flavorful. The plant produces big yields of high quality acorn squash. A good keeper variety. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: PM. A winter squash variety.

44 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Saffron Prolific Straightneck Squash. This early maturing bush type plant produces heavy yields of very uniform 8" long yellow zucchini squash. This is an improved yellow straightneck. Very flavorful. It has very large leaves, giving good sunburn protection. A variety developed by Ferry-Morse Seed Company. Suitable for the home garden, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 595838. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

50 to 90 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Scallop Blend Bush Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of a mix of Patty Pan squash. The colorful mix has the most popular and very flavorful varieties of squash. Suitable for containers and small gardens. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. An heirloom variety dating back to the 1700s. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. A summer squash.

49 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Scallop White Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 8 ½" wide by 3 ½" deep white squash. It has a creamy, rich texture and is very flavorful. It is one of the best-tasting varieties available today. Excellent fried or baked. The squash has been grown by the Northern tribes in America for hundreds of years. Also known as Patty Pan Squash. Suitable for small home gardens, farmer's markets, and market growers. A Native American heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

80 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Small Wonder Squash. The plant produces heavy yields of 1 ½ to 2 lb yellow orange vegetable spaghetti squash. This squash has pale yellow flesh with excellent flavor and good stranding qualities. Just fork out the sweet light yellow flesh and top it with your favorite sauce, or simply toss with butter and Parmesan cheese. This is a perfect single serving size. This spaghetti squash produces a month earlier than other varieties. Stores well. The vine has a space-saving feature, making it suitable for small home gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens. A winter squash variety.

Sugar Loaf Hessel Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

95 days. Cucurbita maxima. (F1) Sunshine Squash. This compact plant produces good yields of 3 to 4 lb bright reddish orange squash with thin tan stripes. It is perhaps the best eating quality of any winter squash. It has sweet, nutty flesh that is completely smooth and stringless. The creamy, sweet flavor flesh is brought out well when the fruit is baked, steamed, or even microwaved. Excellent for baking, mashing, and making pies. A very attractive gourmet squash. The short vines need 6 to 8 feet in a full sun garden. This variety was developed from a cross between two different orange varieties. Always a great seller at Farmer’s Markets. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Sweet Dumpling Squash. The plant produces high yields of ½ lb size ivory and dark green-colored pumpkin-shaped squash. It is a popular small winter squash variety prized for its single-serving size, under 1 lb, attractive appearance, sweet flavor, and versatility in cooking. The flesh is golden and is as sweet as honey. Perfect stuffed with meat and baked like a bell pepper, or prepared like a squash. Very productive and keeps well. An heirloom variety grown by Native Americans. Always a great seller at Farmer’s Markets. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's markets, and market growers. An heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

Sweet Mama Squash

110 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Sweet Meat Squash. The plant produces high yields of 10 to 20 lb deep-sea blue-green squash. The flesh is orange and very sweet. Squash can be used in soups and in pumpkin pies. Excellent canning and freezing variety. Sweetness and flavor improve while in storage. A superb-keeping-quality squash; stores for up to 6 months. Vines grow up to 10 feet long. It was introduced by the Gill Brother's Seed Company in Portland, Oregon, in 1947. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 22026. An heirloom variety from Oregon, USA. A winter squash variety.

78 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Table Ace Squash. This semi bush plant produces good yields of 6" long by 5" wide black green Acorn squash. The squash has delicious, bright orange flesh. The finest, tastiest acorn you'll ever grow. It's one of the exceptional quality squash that can be found. The flesh has almost no fibers and no stringiness. Stores well all winter. The vines are compact and yield 5 to 7 squash, making them ideal for small home gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, market growers, open production, and commercial production. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

70 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Table Gold Squash. This early maturing compact bush-type plant produces high yields of 5" bright gold acorn squash. Very flavorful. Excellent sliced, fried, or steamed. Best when harvested when 3" long. Always a great seller at Farmer’s Markets! An excellent choice for home gardens, farmer's markets, and market growers. An heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

85 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Table King Squash. This compact bush plant produces high yields of 2 lb dark gray green acorn squash. The orange flesh is never stringy and very flavorful. Excellent baked, stuffed, sliced, fried, roasted, or steamed. The squash is a fantastic keeper, and its flavor even improves during storage. This variety is regarded as one of the most prolific winter squash available, yielding as many as 8 squash per plant. It is perfect for small home gardens as it only grows around 3 ft in diameter. Suitable for home gardens, farmer's markets, market growers, and commercial growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 98075. An heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

85 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Table Queen Squash. The plant produces good yields of large 6" to 7" deep -green acorn squash. The squash has flavorful dark orange flesh but turns golden orange in storage. Excellent sliced, fried, or steamed. Stores well. Grows well even in poor soil. Iowa Seed Company introduced this variety in 1913. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5212. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

90 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Thelma Sanders Sweet Potato Squash. The plant produces high yields of 8" long cream colored acorn squash. It is prized for its exceptional sweetness, productivity, and storage qualities. It matures to a creamy tan color. The golden orange flesh is thick and delicious, with a sweet potato and chestnut flavor. Perfect for making sauces, curries, and pies. Keeps well for months, with the longest shelf life of any squash, and sweetens during storage. This lighter colored squash helps prevent sunscald in the deep South. Also known as Thelma Sanders Acorn Squash. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, AMES 26953. An heirloom variety from Adair County, Missouri. A winter squash variety.

110 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Upper Ground Sweet Potato Squash. The plant produces excellent yields of medium to large 12 to 20 lb round to bell shaped tan squash. The squash can grow up to 43 lbs. The plant has vigorous, large, dark metallic green vines with striped leaves. The orange flesh is thick and delicious, and resembles the flavor of the sweet potato. Keeps well for months. The plant does well in hot and dry regions, especially in the South. Drought Tolerant. Also known as the Potato Pumpkin. It was grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, Virginia. An heirloom variety from the Appalachian area of Kentucky. A winter squash variety.

85 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Vegetable Marrow White Squash. This compact plant produces good yields of 8 to 10" long snow white Lebanese type squash. It can be picked young when pale green, too. Excellent when topped with spaghetti sauce and cheese. The creamy white interior is great for stuffing and baking. Use raw in salads, or with dips, and also great steamed, fried, or baked. It is best when harvested when 8" long or less. Perfect for small home gardens, containers, and raised beds. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5224. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

100 days. Cucurbita moschata. Open Pollinated. Waltham Butternut Squash. The plant produces high yields of 6 lb tan butternut squash. The squash has yellow-orange flesh, which is solid, dry, and very sweet. Excellent baked, steamed, or microwaved. Keeps well. It is one of our best-selling winter squash. Vines grow 8 to 10 feet long, so leave plenty of room in your garden. A 1940s heirloom variety developed by Bob Young in Waltham, Massachusetts, that continues to set the standard for butternut squash. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 73985. A heirloom variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.

White Hubbard Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

50 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. White Zucchini Squash. This early maturing semi bush plant produces high yields of white Zucchini squash. It has a very delicious flavor and fine texture. It can be used raw in a salad or in soups, stews, and casseroles. It is best when harvested at 10" long. Also known as Trieste White Zucchini Squash. This bush plant is suitable for small gardens. A variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

Winter Luxury Squash

49 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Yellow Bush Scallop Squash. This early maturing bush plant produces high yields of 8 ½" wide by 3 ½" bright yellow squash. Creamy texture and is very flavorful. This is one of the best-tasting varieties around today. Excellent fried or baked. It is easy to grow and is rarely bothered by insects. Also known as Patty Pan. The squash has been grown by the Northern tribes in America for hundreds of years. Also known as Patty Pan. Suitable for small home gardens, farmer's markets, and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 615115, A heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

58 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Yellow Crookneck Squash. This early-maturing bush plant produces high yields of bright yellow squash with a narrow, curved neck. Very tender and flavorful. The squash has a buttery flavor and firm texture. Excellent fried, steamed, or baked. Best harvested when 6" long. It's one of the most productive squashes, and it keeps producing all summer long. It holds and ships well. Always a great seller at Farmer’s Markets. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer's Markets, market growers, open field production, and commercial production. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 5226. A 1700s heirloom variety from the USA. A summer squash variety.

48 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Zucchini Elite Squash. This early-maturing plant produces heavy yields of medium-green zucchini. The squash is slim and exceptional. It is low in calories and high in Vitamin A. The squash is best when harvested 8" long. It is a great squash for freezing and canning. The plant is open, making it easy to pick, and its yields are incredible. One of our best-selling squashes. Always a great seller at Farmer’s Markets. An excellent choice for home gardens, farmers' markets, market growers, open field production, and commercial growers. A summer squash variety.

Mardi Gras Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

Orange Magic Squash is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

100 days. Cucurbita pepo. (F1) Ambermax Squash. The plant produces high yields of 3 to 4 ½ lb bright reddish orange squash. It is extremely sweet. This compact plant produces up to 4 squash. Excellent storage variety. This squash variety replaces the Ambercup squash. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. A variety from the USA. A winter squash variety.