{"product_id":"squash-summer-yellow-crookneck-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Squash Summer Yellow Crookneck 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(245, 20, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Crookneck Summer Squash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a classic American heirloom prized for its curved neck, golden-yellow skin, buttery flavor, and tender texture. Compact bush plants produce abundant harvests throughout the warm season, with the best eating quality at approximately 4–5 inches long. Larger fruits can still be used for stuffing, baking, grilling, and preserving. Ready to harvest in about 52 days from transplant, Yellow Crookneck is a productive choice for garden beds, raised beds, and spacious containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 8\/25. OSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Yellow Crookneck Summer Squash?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Buttery Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces sweet, tender summer squash with the rich flavor gardeners expect from a traditional Yellow Crookneck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in approximately 52 days from transplant for an early supply of fresh summer produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProlific Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact bush plants keep producing when fruits are harvested regularly throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest When Young:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick at 4–5 inches for tender skin, small seeds, and the best flavor. Larger fruit is useful for stuffing and baking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The curved neck and golden-yellow skin make this squash easy to recognize in the garden and kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Bush Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical choice for standard beds and raised beds without the long runners of vining squash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom and Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seed from mature fruit and continue growing this classic variety in future seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced through traditional breeding methods without genetic modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose rich, well-drained soil and amend the planting area with finished compost before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors after frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed. Sow about 1 inch deep, then thin seedlings once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow enough room around each bush plant for airflow, harvesting, and access to developing fruit. Follow packet spacing guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply at the soil line and keep moisture consistent during flowering and fruit development. Avoid wetting the foliage when possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost at planting, then avoid excessive nitrogen once plants begin flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male and female flowers grow on the same plant. Encourage bees and other pollinators, or hand-pollinate early in the morning if fruit set is poor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants every day or two and harvest at 4–5 inches for the best tenderness. Frequent picking encourages continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned Business:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® is a veteran-owned business dedicated to providing gardeners with quality seeds and practical growing inspiration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® is a member of the GO TEXAN agriculture program, supporting Texas agriculture and local communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e We stand behind the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\"\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and our commitment to providing quality, non-GMO seed products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team is here to help you choose seeds, understand planting details, and get the most from your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice young squash into rounds and sauté with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs until tender and lightly golden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve lengthwise, brush with oil and seasonings, and grill until lightly charred and tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffed and Baked:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use larger 6–8 inch fruits as vessels for rice, grains, cheese, herbs, or savory fillings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw in Salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice young squash thinly for salads with lemon vinaigrette, herbs, and shaved cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFritters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grate, salt, and drain the squash before folding it into a batter for crisp summer fritters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanch sliced rounds, cool quickly, and freeze for use later in soups, casseroles, and stir-fries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003eOrder Yellow Crookneck Squash Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Yellow Crookneck Squash in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Applies to harvested yellow squash, not seeds. 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