vegetable variety in zone 6b
Patty Pan summer squash in zone 6b
Patty Pan · Cucurbita pepo
- Zone
- 6b -5°F to 0°F
- Growing season
- 190 days
- Days to harvest
- 45 to 60
The verdict
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About Patty Pan
Sweet, tender, mild; flying-saucer-shaped white or yellow squash. Stuffed, halved on the grill, fresh. Productive, picks small (2-3 inch) for best texture.
Critical timing for zone 6b
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Common challenges in zone 6b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ Stink bugs
Modified care for zone 6b
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Patty Pan in adjacent zones
Other summer squash varieties for zone 6b
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- Costata Romanesco
Nutty, dense, exceptional flavor for a summer squash; Italian heirloom with deeply ribbed pale-green fruit. Sl…
- Yellow Crookneck
Mild, buttery, slightly sweet; bright yellow curved-neck heritage Southern squash. Sauteing, casseroles, fritt…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Patty Pan summer squash grow in zone 6b?
Yes. Patty Pan is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 6b.
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Image: "Cucurbita pepo Vilarromaris Oroso Galiza 2", by Lmbuga, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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