Squash · warm season
Saffron
Saffron Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Saffron'): Abundant Harvest of Vibrant Yellow Squash Cultivate the vibrant yellow goodness of Saffron Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Saffron') in your garden. Known for its straightneck shape, glossy skin, and tender texture, Saffron is a popular choice for…
Days to harvest
42
Sow depth
1 1/2"
Plant spacing
3-4'
Row spacing
3-4'
Sprouts in
7 days
Light
Full sun (8+ hrs)
When to plant
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Start indoors3–4 weeks before your last frost
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Transplant outside2 weeks after your last frost
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Sow outsideFrom your last frost to 2 weeks after · sow again every 2–3 weeks
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Sow for fallLast sowing about 13 weeks before your first fall frost
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Growing tips
- Sow when the soil is at least 60°F.
- For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
- Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 7 days.