35 Plus Straightneck Summer Squash Seeds-Early Prolific1 Non GMO-open Pollinated

Description: Buy 2 and get 1 packet of free seeds. 50-60 days. Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash Seeds. Cucurbita pepo. Non-GMO. Open Pollinated. Non-GMO Early Prolific Staightneck Summer Squash is ready to harvest from the vine after 52 days. Early Prolific debuted as the 1938 AAS Vegetable Winner for uniform yellow squash best harvested when 7" long. This is a very popular heirloom variety due to its buttery, nutty flavor, and tireless production. Plus, it's both early and prolific. It’s a yellow zucchini, right? Yellow squash is actually much less popular than zucchini, despite the fact that it is just as nutritious. Yellow squash is a form of summer squash that includes a few straight-neck and crookneck varieties. You can find these varieties at farmers markets and grocery stores during the summer, which is when they are in season. What Is Yellow Squash? Yellow squash is a type of summer squash within the Cucurbita plant family. It has thin yellow skin and pale flesh and small edible seeds inside. It looks similar to zucchini, but the seeds are bigger and it grows in less uniform, cylindrical shapes. The primary difference between yellow squash and winter squashes is that winter squashes are more mature because they have more time to grow before harvest time. That means that winter squashes tend to have richer nutrient profiles, whereas summer squashes tend to have higher water content. Yellow Squash Nutrition Facts Yellow squash is a non-starchy vegetable that is not a carb or starch like potatoes or winter squashes. Many of the antioxidants and nutrients exist in the skin, which is why nutritionists encourage people to eat this veggie with the skin on. Below, you’ll find the nutrition facts for one medium, raw yellow squash: Calories: 38 Carbohydrates: 8 grams (g) Fiber: 2 g Fat: 2 g Protein: 2 g Potassium: 15% of daily value (DV) Vitamin C: 56% of DV Phosphorus: 7% of DV Vitamin K: 11% of DV Iron: 9% of DV Folate: 14% of DV Magnesium: 8% of DV Vitamin B6: 10% of DV Full Of Fiber One of the primary benefits of increasing your fiber intake is that you can help fight constipation. One cup of squash contains over a gram of fiber, which may help improve digestion and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal problems, including hemorrhoids and diverticulitis. Several studies concluded that fiber-rich foods may also help manage blood sugar levels. This helps you avoid energy dips that result in overeating or unhealthy cravings later in the day. Rich In Antioxidants Although the flesh of yellow squash contains antioxidants, the peel is where they are primarily concentrated. The antioxidants in yellow squash include carotenoids and phenolic compounds, including lutein, dehydroascorbic acid, beta-carotene, and zeaxanthin. Many of these compounds exhibit pro-apoptotic activity, meaning they may be able to fight cancer. Beta-carotene, for example, converts to vitamin A in the body and supports healthy vision, skin renewal, and immune health. Lutein and zeaxanthin may protect the eyes from age-related diseases and vision loss, reducing the risk of macular degeneration and glaucoma. Improved Immune Health As an excellent source of vitamin C, yellow squash is a great immune-boosting food. Vitamin C acts like an antioxidant and works to defend the body against free radicals and oxidative stress. Experts concluded that vitamin C stimulates neutrophil migration to the site of infection. It may also enhance microbial killing and oxidant generation, protecting host tissues from excessive damage. Vitamin C also increases your body’s ability to absorb iron in the digestive tract, which may help protect you against anemia. Better Heart Health Calling back to the first benefit of yellow squash, the fiber content may help reduce bad LDL cholesterol levels. Preventing LDL cholesterol from oxidizing can help reduce your risk of clogged arteries. Additionally, the vitamin K in yellow squash works to protect your heart against atherosclerosis. It does this by inhibiting calcium build-up inside your blood vessels. This can prevent them from bursting or tearing, which may cause life-threatening illnesses like heart attack, kidney failure, and stroke. Low In Carbs And Calories With approximately 20 calories in a small yellow squash or 40 in a medium-sized one, yellow squash is great for people watching their waistline. The few calories in this vegetable come from the low carb content. One cup of yellow squash only contains about four grams of carbs, meaning it is a great replacement for higher carb foods like potatoes and corn. Even though it has fewer calories and carbs than other foods, yellow squash contains fiber, which helps you feel full. Substitute this veggie for high-calorie and high-carb boxed noodles by spiralizing it! How to Grow Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash from Seed Summer squash thrives from frequent harvests and, if left unattended for even a day or two, will surprise with huge fruit. Summer squash seeds are a full sun staple able to be sown directly after final spring frost but, for earliest starts, begin indoors 3-4 weeks prior. Plant 2-3 squash seeds 1" deep per cell, 4-6" apart in Organic, moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.0. Whether transplanting or sowing direct, plant summer squash seeds on 6-8" tall mounds of soil to accommodate heavy vegetation. Seeds germinate in 4-14 days, thinning out best starts and indoors transplants to 24-36" apart per mound. Summer squash benefits from a top layer of mulch to help cool soil and roots. Fertilize after the first set of blooms appear and again during fruiting stage. Squash becomes starchy and less flavorful when 18-24" long. Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash in the Vegetable Garden Summer squash boasts one of the most productive, reliable, and fastest growing crops available in the summer. Whether zucchini, crookneck, cousa, or Mexican squash, once these sun-loving squashes start fruiting, they'll continue producing non-stop all the way until the frost. Summer squash thrives from frequent harvests and, if left unattended for even a day or two, is notorious for spitting out unexpected 18-24" monsters when you weren't looking. Squash seeds can be directly sown into the ground when temperatures are consistently warm. Squash needs over 3 feet of space and good ventilation for the fruit. Otherwise, there will be rotting and mildew. Squash will have a straight neck, and a buttery yellow color. Flesh of squash is smooth. Harvesting Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash Summer squash is one of the fastest, most productive crops in the garden and, with frequent harvests, will continue to produce all the way until the frost. Most varieties are ready to harvest 50-60 days from sowing or ideally when 6-8" long. Summer squash will quickly reach a starchy and less flavorful 18-24" long if not harvested promptly. Using shears or a knife, carefully clip off fruits at the stem. Do not harvest young and tender squash by twisting or pulling. Squash will be ready to harvest in 58 days, and you can harvest every couple of days. Harvest yellow squash when it measures 5-6". If you are harvesting squash blossoms, harvest in the morning. About Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash Seeds Cucurbita pepo. (50-60 Days) There are so many uses for Early Prolific Straightneck Summer Squash. This yellow squash is so easy to cook. Just slice it and saute with some olive oil, salt, and spices. it's delicious in a squash casserole. You can also throw it on the grill and eat it with some salmon and a salad. it's the perfect summer treat. An All American Selections Winner in 1938, Early Prolific Straightneck produces high yields of lemon-yellow slightly club shaped squash. Read all about Early Prolific Straightneck's debut as the 1938 All-America Selections Vegetable Winner. Shipped from a florist and greenhouse situate in Manhasset, New York. In business for 24 years and counting.

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