Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their dark green zucchini summer squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant dark green zucchini summer squash seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: Zucchini generally taste best when harvested when they reach a length of 4-5". When the plant begins to produce mature zucchini, they should be picked every day or two. Zucchini keep well in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store dark green zucchini summer squash seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 250
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Green
Great grower!
I had a huge amount of Zucchini from these plants last year and can't wait to plant more.
yes!
These were good quality seeds at a fair price, and they arrived promptly. What more could you want?! :-) I will definitely order from Everwilde again.
great seeds
great seeds
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Awesome zucchini!
My zucchini are growing very well and are so tasty! I planted in a smaller planter and then moved to my garden bed. I planted these in 2020 and again in 2021. Very happy with them!
Quick delivery
This is a plant that never stops producing either. Perfect still when you miss one and they end up huge. Never woody or lack luster.
Repeat customers and we'll be back next year
Always love your seeds. We had been buying them on eBay and finally decided to purchase our big order through the website.
quality
Fried Zucchini, can't wait to munch.
High hopes
1 out of 2 germinated in tree days! Growing strong.
food jungle
This is a great company, you can trust theirs seeds to grow.
Good plants
Of the 18 seeds we planted 15 germinated and produced healthy plants. We are looking forward to a good crop of zucchini this summer.
zucchini seeds
Very well packed, good germination. Thank you
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their dark green zucchini summer squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 65 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant dark green zucchini summer squash seeds when the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F. Plant them 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if the temperature drops below 65 degrees F. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact.
Harvesting: Zucchini generally taste best when harvested when they reach a length of 4-5". When the plant begins to produce mature zucchini, they should be picked every day or two. Zucchini keep well in the refrigerator for about two weeks and freeze well.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash reaches its mature size, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store dark green zucchini summer squash seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 250
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Green
Reviews
Review
Great grower!
I had a huge amount of Zucchini from these plants last year and can't wait to plant more.
Review
yes!
These were good quality seeds at a fair price, and they arrived promptly. What more could you want?! :-) I will definitely order from Everwilde again.
Review
great seeds
great seeds
Review
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Review
Awesome zucchini!
My zucchini are growing very well and are so tasty! I planted in a smaller planter and then moved to my garden bed. I planted these in 2020 and again in 2021. Very happy with them!
Review
Quick delivery
This is a plant that never stops producing either. Perfect still when you miss one and they end up huge. Never woody or lack luster.
Review
Repeat customers and we'll be back next year
Always love your seeds. We had been buying them on eBay and finally decided to purchase our big order through the website.
Review
quality
Fried Zucchini, can't wait to munch.
Review
High hopes
1 out of 2 germinated in tree days! Growing strong.
Review
food jungle
This is a great company, you can trust theirs seeds to grow.
Review
Good plants
Of the 18 seeds we planted 15 germinated and produced healthy plants. We are looking forward to a good crop of zucchini this summer.
Review
zucchini seeds
Very well packed, good germination. Thank you