Early Prolific Straightneck is a heirloom yellow summer squash that won an All-America Selections award in 1938, prized for its early, heavy yields of smooth straight fruit. The bushy plants produce bright lemon-yellow fruits with a straight neck and lightly warted skin, best harvested young at four to six inches when tender. The flavor is mild, sweet, and delicate, excellent for sauteing, steaming, and frying. As the name suggests it is both early and highly productive, quickly supplying abundant squash through the summer. Maturing in about 50 days, it is one of the most dependable early summer squashes. Being open-pollinated, its seed can be saved. It remains a garden staple for gardeners who want an early, prolific, straight-necked yellow squash with reliable performance and pleasant, mild flavor.
Flavor Profile
Mild, sweet, and delicate with tender flesh when young; excellent sauteed, steamed, or fried.
Visual Characteristics
Bright lemon-yellow fruits with a straight neck and lightly warted skin.
Growing Tips
Very early and prolific; harvest young at four to six inches and pick frequently to sustain heavy yields.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.