Cucurbita pepo
Cucurbita pepo
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This organic zucchini squash is delicious when sliced and served fresh, fried, steamed, or simmered.
Its dark green fruits have a creamy white flesh that tastes best when harvested at 6"-8" long. This plant is high in vitamin A and has an impressive nutritional profile, making it a great addition to your dinner table. Enjoy a delicious and nutrient-rich meal with every harvest.
Sku: 0928
Common Name: Squash
Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
Full Sun
7 - 10 Days
63 Days
12"+
12 - 36"
Moist (2 in / week)
Color: Green
Fill Weight (grams): 3
Approximate Seed Count: 3 - 8
Flavor: Tender and firm with an excellent flavor.
Preparation Ideas: Great when grilled, steamed, sautéed, or boiled.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Growth Type: Summer
Growing Season(s): Summer|Fall
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Fall
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before outdoor planting time for earliest harvest, or sow directly outdoors in a sunny location. Sow 4-6 sseeds around a 12 inch diameter hill. After germination, thin to 3 seedlings per hill. Harvest regularly.
Planting Depth: 1"
Seed Spacing: Sow Organic Black Beauty Zucchini Squash seeds roughly 3' apart in rows.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
For an elegant presentation, pick young fruits with flower attached, steam lightly, and serve the whole squash.
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