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 an 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. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Zucchini 'Black Beauty' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Zucchini 'Black Beauty' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall 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
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Zucchini 'Black Beauty' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Zucchini 'Black Beauty'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Zucchini 'Black Beauty' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.