Johnny's Selected Seeds Lemon Sun Patty Pan Squash Seed
Best high yield summer squash for home gardeners and market growers.
These bright yellow patty pan squash offer a uniform, tulip-like shape that looks as good as it tastes. With an open growth habit and minimal spines, they are exceptionally easy to harvest at the teacup size.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Home gardeners looking to maximize their harvest from every plant
- Growers in humid climates prone to common fungal diseases
- Home cooks seeking gourmet-quality summer squash for versatile kitchen use
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to daily harvesting tasks
- Urban gardeners working with very limited or confined growing spaces
- Growers in areas with declining local pollinator populations
Performance breakdown
Harvest Ease
Open growth habit and minimal spines make picking effortless and painless.
Visual Appeal
Bright yellow, tulip-shaped fruits look stunning, especially with blossoms attached.
Growth Consistency
Hybrid breeding ensures uniform fruit size and reliable, predictable garden performance.
Time to Maturity
Fifty days to harvest offers a quick turnaround for summer crops.
Culinary Versatility
Perfect for fresh eating, particularly when picked at small teacup sizes.
Plant Maintenance
Requires standard fertile soil and consistent spacing for optimal plant health.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Cucurbita pepo
Days to Maturity
50 days
Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)
Plant Spacing
18-24 inches
Row Spacing
6 feet
Storage Temperature
40-50 degrees Fahrenheit
Edible
Yes
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