The classic dark-green zucchini, a compact bush that crops abundantly with glossy, tender fruit. Pick young and often to keep the plant producing all summer.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 60 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Zucchini 'Black Beauty'
Cucurbita pepo 'Black Beauty' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Zucchini 'Black Beauty'
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Zucchini 'Black Beauty' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Zucchini 'Black Beauty' in the garden
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Zucchini 'Black Beauty'
Plant Sale lists Zucchini 'Black Beauty' as seed and seedlings. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Zucchini 'Black Beauty' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
