Summer Squash Seeds (Chappan Kaddu) (Open Pollinated)

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Bring a burst of versatile flavor to your garden with Richgrow Seeds Summer Squash (Chappan Kaddu) Open Pollinated Seeds, a non-GMO, heirloom variety (Cucurbita pepo), ideal for home gardeners and farmers seeking prolific, nutritious harvests at an unbeatable price! Known as Chappan Kaddu or Summer Squash, this bushy plant yields round to slightly oblong fruits, measuring 10–15 cm in diameter and weighing 500–800 grams, with a smooth, glossy green rind speckled with cream and a tender, mildly sweet flesh perfect for sautéing, grilling, stuffing, or adding to curries and soups, ready to harvest in a quick 40–50 days. Packed with vitamins A, C, B6, and minerals like potassium and magnesium, these squashes support immunity, digestion, and heart health, offering low-calorie, antioxidant-rich nutrition. The compact, bush-type plants, growing 60–90 cm tall and wide, are resistant to pests like squash vine borers and diseases such as powdery mildew, making them a low-maintenance choice for small spaces or large farms. Thriving in warm climates, it’s best sown during summer and early monsoon seasons (February–July) across Pan-India, with prime sowing in March–June in states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka, as aligned with prior sowing discussions (April 10, 2025). Sow 2–3 seeds at a 2–3 cm depth in well-drained, fertile loamy soil (50% garden soil, 30% compost, 20% coco peat, pH 6.0–7.5) under full sun (6–8 hours daily), spacing 60–90 cm apart in rows 1–1.5 meters wide, after soaking seeds for 12 hours to achieve 85% germination within 7–10 days. Maintain moist soil with regular watering (1 liter per plant daily in summer), mulch to retain moisture, and fertilize with organic compost or vermicompost every 2–3 weeks; hand-pollinate if pollinator activity is low. Harvest young squashes at 8–12 cm every 2–3 days for tender texture and continuous yield, using neem oil for pests like aphids or cucumber beetles. Store unopened packets in a cool, dry place for up to 3 years, and keep harvested squashes refrigerated for lasting freshness. Available in Kitchen Garden Packet (KGP) (10–15 seeds), Standard Packet, Professional Pack (200–250 grams), or custom bulk orders, all in eco-friendly, resealable, moisture-proof, UV-protected packets with an 85% germination rate, designed for your sustainable vision at www.richgrowindustrialcorporation.com. Seed quantity may vary by variety, reflecting your eco-friendly, customer-centric brand with nature-inspired packaging (green, brown, white). Note: Cook young squashes for best flavor; mature fruits may be fibrous. Disclaimer: Yields vary by climate, soil, and care; consult local gardening resources for optimal results.