Squash Summer Zucchini Dark Green Heirloom

Easy to grow! Straight, cylindrical fruits with creamy white interiors grow on bush-type plants. Produces late spring into fall. Freezes well.

Planting & Harvesting

Seed Depth: 1″ (3cm)

Plant Space: 24″ (61cm)

Row Space: 60″ (1.5m)

Sprouts In: 7-10 days

Plant in full sun and rich soil for best growth. Start outdoors two weeks after last frost, or indoors three weeks before last frost. Germinates poorly in soil below 70°F. Water consistently and feed monthly with side dressing of compost or vegetable fertilizer.

Harvest when 5-6″ long and keep picking! Early blossoms are usually male and will not produce fruit.

Additional Information

Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo

Matures In: 50 days