About this seed
Dark Green Zucchini Seeds: Grow glossy dark-green summer squash for the home garden. Zucchini is a warm-season Cucurbita pepo crop, valued for tender fruits harvested regularly while young.
Product Details
- Botanical name: Cucurbita pepo
- Crop type: Dark-green zucchini / summer squash
- Growth: Bush-form summer squash
- Packet: 20 seeds
How to Grow
Sowing: Sow after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed to about 18°C (65°F). Plant about 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in) deep. Direct sowing avoids root disturbance.
Position: Choose full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants about 60–75 cm (24–30 in) apart.
Water: Water deeply and consistently, directing water toward the soil. Mulch after the soil is warm.
Flowering: Zucchini has separate male and female flowers. Pollinating insects help fruit set; incomplete pollination can cause young fruits to stop developing.
Harvest
Check plants frequently. Cut fruits while glossy and tender, commonly around 15–20 cm (6–8 in) long. Frequent picking encourages continued production. Leave a short stem attached and avoid scratching the fruit.
Kitchen Use
Young zucchini can be grilled, sautéed, roasted, baked, spiralised or added to soups and fritters. Wash before preparation.
What You Receive
One labelled packet containing 20 Dark Green zucchini seeds. Seeds only; plants and harvested squash are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I sow?
Sow after frost danger has passed and the soil is warm.
Why does a small fruit turn yellow?
Incomplete pollination is a common cause. Encourage pollinators and avoid insecticides around open flowers.
How large at harvest?
USU guidance uses 6–8 inches as a practical reference for tender zucchini, but size varies by strain and use.