Bennings Green Tint

Family: Cucurbitaceae Vegetable

Tender, fresh-looking green-tinted pattypans with a cool, buttery aroma—Bennings Green Tint brings a crisp, delicate bite and a smooth, lightly ridged surface that stays pleasantly tender at peak size.

The flesh is pale and fine-textured, ideal for showcasing in simple preparations where its mild flavor shines, from quick roasting to bright pickling and savory skillet-ready sides. Grow a steady rhythm of compact, garden-friendly fruits for repeat harvests at just the right stage of tenderness.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 45 DaysHabit: Vine

Botanical illustration of Bennings Green Tint

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 11th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jun 9th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	45
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

These pattypans are at their best when you treat them like a delicate summer squash—high heat, short time—so the ridges char without turning the flesh soft or watery. Their mild, cool-butter aroma loves bright acid and herb—think lemon-dill butter—so the flavor stays clean and crisp.

Best Uses

quick blister-roasting (whole or halved) to keep the interior tender
bright quick pickling for snappy, ridged slices
buttery skillet toss with herbs—finished fast so it doesn’t go watery
grill/broil halves for caramelized edges while the centers stay custardy-tender

Flavor Profile

cool, buttery aroma mild, slightly sweet squash flavor crisp-tender bite with fine, pale flesh lightly grassy vegetal finish

Kitchen Pairings

lemon garlic butter or brown butter fresh dill olive oil parmesan

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Bennings Green Tint leaves curling and spotting, and what can I do?

Bennings Green Tint commonly suffers from foliar fungal spots and stress-related leaf curl when leaves stay wet. Water at the soil line (not overhead), remove the most affected leaves early, and improve airflow by thinning crowded plants; for active spread, spray a labeled copper-based fungicide according to the package. Avoid working with wet foliage to reduce further spread.

How often should I water Bennings Green Tint during the main growing phase?

During active growth (about weeks 2–6), keep soil consistently lightly moist—about 1 inch of water per week total, split into 1–2 watering sessions depending on heat. Let the top 1/2 inch of soil dry between waterings to prevent soggy roots, but don’t allow the root zone to fully dry out, which can cause bitterness and poor texture. In full sun beds, check moisture 2–3 times per week and adjust faster in hot, windy weather.

How do I tell when Bennings Green Tint is ready to harvest at 45 days?

Harvest around 45 days when heads/foliage reach full size and the characteristic green tint looks uniform (avoid waiting until leaves yellow). Use a visual cue plus a gentle squeeze: ripe plants should feel firm for their size and not overly soft or collapsing. Harvest in the morning for the best crispness and flavor.