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2026 Seed Catalog

Squash Green Lightning
New for 2026

VG26002

Green Lightning

Summer Squash Seeds

a.k.a. Patty Pan squash

(Hybrid) 40-45 days

2026 All-America Selections Winner.  In less than 2 months from seed, you can start harvesting heavy yields of Green Lightning squashes, and continue picking throughout the summer. Shiny, scalloped, light green patty pan type squashes are boldly striped in dark green.

Densely-textured, flavorful fruits have small seed cavities and are best picked when they reach 1 to 3 in. across. Bushy plants grow 2-3 ft. tall and 3-4 ft. wide.

15 seeds - $4.95
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Growing Green Lightning Summer Squash Seeds

Bee introduces how to plant

Direct sow when soil is at least 70°F., and weather has settled. Seeds will not germinate in cold soils. Sow 3 seeds per foot, cover about 1 inch in rows 3-4 feet apart. Thin to 1 foot apart. Can start squash seeds indoors in cell packs 3-4 weeks before the last frost.

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We guarantee all the seeds we sell for one full year from the date of purchase. If you are unsatisfied with any seeds purchased from Swallowtail Garden Seeds, we will issue a refund. For customers in the U.S., we can send one-time replacements or issue a refund.