May 20, 2016

Bonnie Crookneck Heirloom Squash

Product Details
I got this plant from Bonnie and I loved it. This season (spring 2016) i planted them on May first week. I planted them in 8 Gallon Container. These Squash plants are easy to grow and easy to care.


How to Plant
They run on warmth, plant in late spring or early summer. They need sunny spots, at least 6 to 8 hours of sun to bring out their best flavors. Water regularly, feel the soil if needed  more in the summer time.


May 31


June 13


June 22


They are almost 3 foot tall now. Better to use some support. The plants are open with large leaves and very easy to pick. The only problem I have encountered is due to a lack of pollinators, resulting in the squashes rotting once they reach 2-3 inches in length. Lots of flowers but few of them formed fruit. What I do get is good though. There is mildew issue. 


June 30

Harvesting
They are perfect for grilling. This is our favorite summer squash, bearing many lemon-yellow, 6-inch fruit, with a slightly bent neck that earns it the name Crookneck. Harvest while skins are soft. Keep plants picked so they keep producing. The flavor of this squash is superior to any I've had - mild but tasty. Plants produce well and squash are easy to harvest. 


July 24

Review
Easy to grow, delicious flavor, beautiful color and everybody loves it.

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