Cucurbita, Squash (Summer), Dark Green Zucchini Squash, 4g
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
Cucurbita pepo
Matures In: 50 days
Easy to grow! Straight, cylindrical fruits with creamy white interiors grow on bush-type plants. Produces late spring into fall. Freezes well.
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Details
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.
More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Zucchini |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 60" |
| Spacing in Row | 24" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 7-10 days |
| Days to Maturity | 50 days |