{"product_id":"gem-squash-seeds-heirloom-vegetable-plant-for-home-gardens","title":"Gem Squash Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"420\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGem Squash Seeds produce \u003cem data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"116\"\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e plants known for their compact, round, dark green fruits with light striping and a firm texture. This warm-season squash is commonly grown in home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and garden plots. 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