Wild squash originated in the America's and were domesticated by Native Americans centuries ago. Following European colonization, pilgrims began to grow the pattypan squashes of the indigenous people. Pattypan squash, also known as "scallop" squash, have remained popular in the U.S. ever since. Gold Pattypan produces a golden, scallop-shaped fruit that tastes great and is eaten just like a zucchini. Plants are bush-type (non-vining) and grow about 3' tall and up to 5' wide. Long harvest period. Gold color makes them easy to find among the green foliage. These squash are highly vigorous, productive and less attractive to squash bugs than other varieties. Mike really loves pattypan type squash and has been growing it since the 90's. He likes to pick them when they’re very small and tender (about the size of a golf ball) and stir-fry them whole. (AKA "Golden Bush Scallop") 68 days to maturity.