Squash Seeds - Summer - Amberpic Hybrid
42 days to maturity. Cucurbita pepo. Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid. This is suitable for fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Early straightneck that sets smooth, glossy butter yellow fruit on compact, open plants for easy picking. This has a long, productive window with tender, mild flesh ideal for sauteing and grilling. ~250 seeds/oz.
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Growing Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash in the Vegetable Garden
Sow outdoors after frost once soil warms, or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks early in biodegradable cells to avoid root disturbance. Plant 2 to 3 seeds per hill and thin to the strongest seedling. Space plants 24 to 36 inches apart in rows 48 to 72 inches apart. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Feed at first bloom and early fruit set. Harvest frequently at a small size to encourage continuous production. Encourage pollinators for best yields and avoid overhead watering to limit mildew.
Harvesting of Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash
Pick when skins are glossy and tender. Cut with a short stem to prevent tearing. For top texture, harvest young and use promptly, or refrigerate unwashed for several days.
About Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash Garden Seeds
Amberpic F1 is a modern straightneck bred for earliness, smooth uniform fruit, and a long harvest window. Compact, open plants make it a favorite for gardeners and market growers who need efficient picking and attractive, packable fruit.
Stories/Tips From Our Gardeners
"Keep plants picked every one to two days; small fruit stays tender, and the steady harvest signals the plant to keep setting new blossoms."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash Seeds Per Package:
- 4 g Packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 250 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk - Approximately 20,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 100,000 Seeds
Non-GMO Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cucurbita pepo |
| Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash Color: | Butter yellow rind; white flesh |
| Amberpic Hybrid Summer Squash Flavor: | Mild, tender, slightly sweet when picked young |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 42 |
| Days to Germination: | 7 to 14 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24 to 36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 to 48 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12 to 24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| Soil Preference: | Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0 to 6.8. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 70 to 95 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 24 to 36 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70 to 95 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Scout for squash bugs, cucumber beetles, vine borers, and powdery mildew. Use row cover until flowering, mulch to reduce splash, and water at the soil line. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Humidity |