Squash Seeds, Summer Chiffon

"Chiffon" boasts all the qualities of a perfect summer squash. With high yields, it will produce nearly all summer, starting earlier than most varieties. Fruits grow on upright, compact bushes approximately 2 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide with moderate resistance to powdery mildew. The creamy-yellow skin is very delicate, lending to excellent flavor and texture. Summer squash can be picked extra small giving your dishes a high-class flare or picked at a more mature stage between 6-8 inches long.

Days to Maturity: 42 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Type: Bush Squash, Summer Squash 

Native: North America

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: Compact vines form a 2' tall by 3'-4' bush type plant.

Variety Info: 6"-8" long, cylindrical fruits with pale-yellow skin, and creamy white interior. "Chiffon" plants have moderate tolerance to powdery mildew.

Attributes: Frost Sensitive

Photos and plant information courtesy of botanicalinterests.com