Courgette Duck Crookneck Seeds
Cucurbita Pepo
It is believed that this squash dates to pre-Columbus times. A summer crookneck variety of courgette, it has a distinctive duck-like shape and is a prolific fruiter. Its lemon-yellow skin is rough, and the flesh is creamy, sweet, and firm when young, full of flavour. If left to grow larger, it makes an excellent decorative ornament that can last for months.
Seeds harvested: 2023
Average number of seeds: 8
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland.
Cucurbita Pepo
It is believed that this squash dates to pre-Columbus times. A summer crookneck variety of courgette, it has a distinctive duck-like shape and is a prolific fruiter. Its lemon-yellow skin is rough, and the flesh is creamy, sweet, and firm when young, full of flavour. If left to grow larger, it makes an excellent decorative ornament that can last for months.
Seeds harvested: 2023
Average number of seeds: 8
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland.
Cucurbita Pepo
It is believed that this squash dates to pre-Columbus times. A summer crookneck variety of courgette, it has a distinctive duck-like shape and is a prolific fruiter. Its lemon-yellow skin is rough, and the flesh is creamy, sweet, and firm when young, full of flavour. If left to grow larger, it makes an excellent decorative ornament that can last for months.
Seeds harvested: 2023
Average number of seeds: 8
Open-pollinated chemical-free seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland.
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To ensure the best germination, the temperature must be 18-20°C. Sow the seed point-side down 1cm deep in small pots in peat-free compost. Plant 90cm apart. Can be grown in a polytunnel or outside from late May to avoid frosts.
Sow indoors: April to June
Plant out: May to July
Harvesting time: June to October
Check out our Grow & Cook section for more growing tips.
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Crookneck squash is incredibly versatile and can be cooked in many delicious ways. When young, it’s great sautéed, grilled, or in fritters, where its creamy, sweet flesh shines. As it matures, it can be roasted, stuffed with savoury fillings, or used in soups and stews. It also works well in stir-fries, casseroles, or as a decorative, long-lasting ornament.
Check out our Grow & Cook section for more cooking ideas.
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