Zucchini
Cucurbita pepo · Cucurbitaceae
One of the most productive plants in the garden — a single bush can swamp a kitchen with glossy summer fruit. Pick young and often for the best flavour and a steady supply.
At a glance
Good for
- Edible / Productive
- Pet-Safe / Non-Toxic
Sowing from seed
- Difficulty: beginner
- Sowing depth: 20 mm
- Method: Direct sow where it is to grow
- Germination: 6-10 days
- Days to harvest: 50-60 days
- Best sown in: spring, summer
- Seed storage life: 5 years