Summer Squash - Rugosa Friulana

Minimum Seed Count: 10

This uniquely textured, light yellow-white squash is a standout in the garden and on the plate. Rugosa Friulana boasts deeply ridged, bumpy skin with a crookneck shape and a firm, meaty interior. Its matte yellow skin looks almost hand-carved, with natural grooves that make every fruit feel one-of-a-kind.

The plants are prolific producers, offering high yields of flavorful squash with a rich, nutty taste—somewhere between a traditional yellow crookneck and a zucchini, but with an added depth that chefs love. Harvest them young for tender flesh and minimal seeds, or let a few mature to showcase their full character.

Bush-type growth keeps it tidy in small garden spaces, and the bold, rustic appearance makes Rugosa Friulana a visual highlight in any summer garden.

🌱 Planting Guide:

When to Plant:
⏱️ After last frost, when soil is warm (65–85°F)

Where to Plant:
☀️ Full sun
🌿 Well-drained, fertile soil

How to Plant:

• Direct sow: 1" deep

• Spacing: 18–24" apart in rows 3–4 ft apart

• Or in hills: 2–3 seeds per mound, with 3–4 ft between hills

• Thin to strongest seedling per mound once established

Germination:
🌡️ 5–10 days at 70–95°F

Growing Tips:

• Water consistently at soil level to prevent mildew

• Harvest young (6–8") for best texture and flavor

• Pick often to encourage more fruit

Days to Maturity:
⏳ 50–60 days