FREE: Pattypan Squash seeds, organic, heirloom, no GMO!

The listing, Pattypan Squash seeds, organic, heirloom, no GMO! has ended.

Growing Patty Pan Squash Plants

With a delicate, mild flavor, much akin to zucchini, the patty pan squash, also referred to as the scallop squash, is a small variety of summer squash. Lesser known than its relatives yellow squash or zucchini, patty pans have a distinct shape which some people describe as similar to a flying saucer.

The fun shape of the fruit growing on patty pan squash plants may also be an enticement to getting the kids to eat their veggies. They can begin being eaten when only an inch or two across, making them even more entertaining

These little flying saucer shaped fruit may be white, green or buttery yellow in color and are round and flat with a scalloped edge, hence the name.

How to Care For Scallop Squash

Scallop squash or patty pans should be grown in full sun, in rich, well-draining soil. Once the danger of frost has passed in your area, these little squash can be directly sown into the garden. They are usually planted in groups with 2-3 seeds per hill and spaced 2-3 feet apart. Thin them to one or two plants per hill once the seedlings attain a height of 2 or 3 inches tall.

Give them plenty of room to grow like any squash; their vines spread 4-6 feet. The fruit should mature between 49 and 54 days. Keep the squash watered well.
Plants are prolific and will produce several dozen squash each. Within days of flowering, it is very likely that you will have fruit that is sizeable enough to harvest. Pick once the color changes from green to golden yellow but while the fruit is still small (2-4 inches). Patty pans can grow to 7 inches across but get rather tough the larger they get.

You can prepare patty pans just as you would any squash. They can be sliced, diced, braised, grilled, fried, roasted or stuffed. Steam small ones whole for 4-6 minutes. Scallop squash even make edible, useful serving bowls. Just scoop out the center while either raw or cooked and fill with whatever your heart desires.