Yellow Squash Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Yellow squash seeds produce warm-season annual plants that typically grow in a compact, bushy form with broad leaves and short stems. These plants are well-suited to warm climates and establish quickly under consistent sunlight and moderate temperatures. Yellow squash adapts to a range of well-drained soils and is commonly grown in garden beds, raised beds, and containers. With regular watering and proper spacing, plants develop steadily and produce tender fruits over an extended growing period.

Features

• Warm-season crop with compact, bushy growth habit
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Adaptable to various well-drained soil types
• Establishes quickly in warm conditions
• Produces continuously during the growing season

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Common Name (US): Yellow Squash
• Seed Type / Variety: Summer squash variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy, compact annual plant
• USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Late spring to summer
• Sowing Season: March to May (warm regions); April to June (cooler regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5–10 days at 20–30°C with moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 45–90 cm height; 60–120 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants