At a Glance
- Variety:Courgette
Less hand and fruit scaring.
Parthenocarpic pollination (fruits develop without requiring pollination).
Smooth dark green fruits.
Sowing Time
Indoors: April – June
Outdoors: May – June
Sowing Indoors
Sow seeds individually on edge in small pots of firm, moist seed compost 2cm (1in) deep. Place in the warmth 15-18 degrees Celsuis (60-65 Fahrenheit). Keep moist.
Growing On
As seedlings develop, grow on under cool, light conditions, but not in direct sunlight, minimum 10 degrees Celsuis (50 Fahrenheit).
Hardening Off/Planting Out
Gradually accustom young plants to outdoor conditions for 2-3 weeks before planting out to their cropping positins, after risk of frost has passed. Water and feed regularly.
Sow Outdoors
Water sowing positions, then sow two or three seeds close together in a group 2cm (1in) deep, 90cm (36in apart). After germination, leave only the strongest seedlings in each group. Keep well watered in dry spells.
Special Note
Culinary note: Courgette flowers are edible and can be eaten cooked or added raw to salads.
Harvest
June – October
