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Yellow Crookneck summer squash

vegetable variety in zone 8b

Yellow Crookneck summer squash in zone 8b

Yellow Crookneck · Cucurbita pepo

Zone
8b 15°F to 20°F
Growing season
260 days
Days to harvest
45 to 60

The verdict

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About Yellow Crookneck

Mild, buttery, slightly sweet; bright yellow curved-neck heritage Southern squash. Sauteing, casseroles, fritters. Less watery than zucchini, more flavor.

Critical timing for zone 8b

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Common challenges in zone 8b

  • Low chill hours limit apple variety selection
  • Citrus greening risk
  • Nematodes in sandy soils

Modified care for zone 8b

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Yellow Crookneck in adjacent zones

Other summer squash varieties for zone 8b

Frequently asked questions

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Will Yellow Crookneck summer squash grow in zone 8b?

Yes. Yellow Crookneck is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 8b.

Image: "Cucurbita pepo Vilarromaris Oroso Galiza 2", by Lmbuga, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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