Squash Crown Prince is reowned for its eating qualities this steel-grey skinned squash, with deep orange flesh, will grow to about 4kg (9lb) in size. It will store for a long period.

SOW:  April and May

WHERE TO SOW :

Sow 2 or 3 seeds into 7cm pot in greenhouse at 20°C Late May sowings can be made by packing seeds 5cm apart direct into soil in cold frame.

WHAT TO DO NEXT:

As soon as seedlings have produced 2 rough leaves prick off into individual 7cm pots. Gradually harden off before planting outside 90cm apart in late May or early June. Cold frame sowings can be gradually harden off before planting out.

1 Packet Contains 2 Seeds