Benning's Green Tint Patty Pan (Bush Scallop Squash)
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Benning's Green Tint Patty Pan is a fantastic addition to any garden, offering both beauty and versatility. This variety produces vibrant creamy green, 4-inch scallop-shaped squashes that are perfect for grilling, sautéing, or stuffing. Known for its bushy growth habit, it's well-suited for gardeners with limited space, thriving in compact areas or container gardens. The fruit’s mild, sweet flavor is a standout in many dishes, making it a favorite for fresh eating or cooking. Additionally, this variety is prized for its high yield, providing an abundant harvest throughout the growing season. The unique, scalloped shape of the squash makes it a fun and attractive vegetable to grow for any beginner or experienced gardener!
Also Known As: Bush Scallop Squash, Green Patty Pan, Scallopini, Patisson, Custard Squash, Flying Saucer, Button Squash, Cymling Squash, Custard Marrow, and Granny Squash.
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 8-12 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots.
Squash grows best in soil with lots of organic matter. You may optionally add fertilizer or organic material such as compost, leaves, or rotted hay to mix into the soil at this point. For small gardens, scatter 2-3 tablespoons of fertilizer evenly and work into the top 2-3 inches of soil for each hill or 2 foot by 2 foot planting area. For larger gardens, scatter 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer for each 100 square feet of planting area. Work fertilizer or organic material into the soil and leave the surface smooth.
Form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 3 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage.
Planting:
Plant patty pan squash in the spring after all danger of frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. If fall planting, plant 8-10 weeks before the average first date in your area. Planting early ensures squash will mature before the first killing frost. To plant, make holes 1 inch deep and spaced 2-3 feet apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 1-3 seeds per hole, planting 2-3 seeds if choosing to thin to the strongest plant. When thinning, wait until seedlings grow 1-2 sets of leaves before determining the strongest and healthiest plant, then remove all other plants, narrowing to a single plant per hole. Cover seeds thinly with soil and water after planting.
Planting Depth: 1 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 2-3 feet
Between-Row Spacing: 4-6 feet
Care During the Season:
Watering: Water the plants enough to keep them from wilting. If the weather is really dry, water squash plants at least once a week. Sandy soils may need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding: Keeping squash plants weed-free improves production. If plowing or hoeing, do not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder roots.
Fertilizing: When blooms first appear, you may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of fertilizer around each hole, without letting the fertilizer touch the plants. Water plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases: If spots or mold appear, treat plants with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. When using fungicides always follow label directions.
Harvesting:
Harvest patty pans when the fruit and seeds are small (when squash is 2-4 inches). Patty pans will look green at first before maturing into the expected color. While patty pans can grow up to 7 inches wide, the seeds will be large and hard and the flesh will be less tender. The skin should be firm but not hard, and the squash should be glossy in appearance. Harvest frequently, about 45–55 days after planting, to encourage continuous production. Use a knife or pruning shears to cut the squash from the plant, leaving a short stem attached for better storage.
Also Known As: Bush Scallop Squash, Green Patty Pan, Scallopini, Patisson, Custard Squash, Flying Saucer, Button Squash, Cymling Squash, Custard Marrow, and Granny Squash.
| Plant Name: | Squash, Benning's Green Tint Patty Pan |
| Latin Name: | Curcubita pepo |
| Days to Germinate: | 7-14 |
| Days to Harvest: | 51 |
| Plant Height: | 18 - 24 Inches |
| Spread: | 3 - 4 Feet |
| Growth Habit: | Bush |
| USDA Zones: | 3-10 |
| Lifespan: | Annual |
| Brand: | TomorrowSeeds |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Pollination: | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| GMO: | No |
| Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: | No |
| Seeds Packed For**: | 2025 |
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under. Spade or till the soil 8-12 inches deep. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots.
Squash grows best in soil with lots of organic matter. You may optionally add fertilizer or organic material such as compost, leaves, or rotted hay to mix into the soil at this point. For small gardens, scatter 2-3 tablespoons of fertilizer evenly and work into the top 2-3 inches of soil for each hill or 2 foot by 2 foot planting area. For larger gardens, scatter 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer for each 100 square feet of planting area. Work fertilizer or organic material into the soil and leave the surface smooth.
Form rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 3 feet apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage.
Planting:
Plant patty pan squash in the spring after all danger of frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. If fall planting, plant 8-10 weeks before the average first date in your area. Planting early ensures squash will mature before the first killing frost. To plant, make holes 1 inch deep and spaced 2-3 feet apart down the rows of raised beds. Plant 1-3 seeds per hole, planting 2-3 seeds if choosing to thin to the strongest plant. When thinning, wait until seedlings grow 1-2 sets of leaves before determining the strongest and healthiest plant, then remove all other plants, narrowing to a single plant per hole. Cover seeds thinly with soil and water after planting.
Planting Depth: 1 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 2-3 feet
Between-Row Spacing: 4-6 feet
Care During the Season:
Watering: Water the plants enough to keep them from wilting. If the weather is really dry, water squash plants at least once a week. Sandy soils may need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding: Keeping squash plants weed-free improves production. If plowing or hoeing, do not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder roots.
Fertilizing: When blooms first appear, you may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of fertilizer around each hole, without letting the fertilizer touch the plants. Water plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases: If spots or mold appear, treat plants with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. When using fungicides always follow label directions.
Harvesting:
Harvest patty pans when the fruit and seeds are small (when squash is 2-4 inches). Patty pans will look green at first before maturing into the expected color. While patty pans can grow up to 7 inches wide, the seeds will be large and hard and the flesh will be less tender. The skin should be firm but not hard, and the squash should be glossy in appearance. Harvest frequently, about 45–55 days after planting, to encourage continuous production. Use a knife or pruning shears to cut the squash from the plant, leaving a short stem attached for better storage.
