Golden Bush Scallop Summer Squash: A Garden Favorite
Golden Bush Scallop Summer Squash is a delightful addition to any vegetable garden. With its distinctive scalloped edges and bright golden-yellow color, this squash variety brings both visual appeal and culinary versatility to your harvest.
What Makes It Special
This heirloom variety produces compact, bushy plants that don’t require extensive garden space. The unique scalloped shape makes these squash instantly recognizable and adds an elegant touch to your dinner table. The tender flesh has a mild, slightly sweet flavor that works beautifully in a wide range of dishes, from grilled preparations to baked casseroles.
Growing Golden Bush Scallop Squash
Plant seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date when soil temperatures reach at least 70°F. Space plants about 24 to 36 inches apart in full sun and well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Water consistently, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. These plants thrive in warm weather and typically produce fruit within 50 to 65 days from planting.
Harvesting and Storage
Pick squash when they reach 4 to 6 inches in diameter for the most tender texture. Harvest regularly to encourage continued production throughout the season. Store fresh squash in a cool location or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, keep them in a cool, dry place where they can last several weeks.
Kitchen Ideas
Golden Bush Scallop Squash shines when sliced and grilled, roasted with olive oil and herbs, or stuffed with your favorite fillings. The scalloped edges make beautiful presentation pieces for summer entertaining. Try them raw in salads for a crisp texture, or sauté them as a simple side dish that lets their delicate flavor shine.
One of the most popular and rare heirloom Squash varieties
Grows as a compact bushsize plant (not as a vine)
Produces 4-5″ golden-yellow fruits
Grow well in small spaces
These plants grow continuously over a long season
Days to Maturity | 65 days
Additional Details
Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant’s seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
