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Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds

Cucurbita pepo

5.00 (8 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their 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 the 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 Black Beauty zucchini summer squash 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 Black Beauty 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: 230

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Nancy Long

Zucchini

Great Company ! Had what they said they had in stock. Super fast shipping and quality seeds with good germination rates !!!! Thrilled to find an honest reliable company

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Randy

Top quality seed...super germination rate!

Almost all the seeds have germinated and they look really healthy! Thank you for providing top-quality seeds!

Review images:

  • IMG_1068 - Copy.JPG
Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Papadennis

Black Beauty Zucchini

Great prices and excellent quantity and quality. Would highly recommend this company!

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Frank Cordeiro

Superior packing

Loved that you ship in mylar envelopes. They maintain seed viability and are resealable.

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Darwin Peebles

Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Linda Wedberg-Kraft

Many seeds produced a lot of plants

It seems every seed I planted is coming up. Waiting for plants to get big enough to produce.

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Shawn Pike

Looking Good

Again a High Germ rate and growing fast. Really like this seed company. Fast shipping too!

Black Beauty Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By LaRene Kidd

Zucchini perfection

These are the plants I have been looking for. Perfect size and flavor zucchini. I was able to get a plant from every seed. Gave away as gifts too.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~40 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~230 Seeds) $5.96 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $9.60 $8.89 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $18.00 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $81.00 -+
10 Lb Mylar (4.54kg) $144.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $342.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $648.00 -+
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $1,260.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

This popular and very productive home garden and shipping squash variety matures in about 55 days. Black beauty grows on semi-upright plants. The glossy black-green fruits average 8" long x 2" in diameter and are best when harvested young. The tender flesh is firm creamy-white and has a fine flavor which makes for great eating!
This heirloom zucchini was first offered to American gardeners in the 1920s, and was quite well known by the 1930s. This variety popularized the use of zucchini because of its easy growth and excellent quality, and received the prestigious AAS Award in 1957.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their 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 the 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 Black Beauty zucchini summer squash 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 Black Beauty 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: 230

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 8 reviews
5.0

Review By Nancy Long

Zucchini

Great Company ! Had what they said they had in stock. Super fast shipping and quality seeds with good germination rates !!!! Thrilled to find an honest reliable company

5.0

Review By Randy

Top quality seed...super germination rate!

Almost all the seeds have germinated and they look really healthy! Thank you for providing top-quality seeds!

Review images:

  • IMG_1068 - Copy.JPG
5.0

Review By Papadennis

Black Beauty Zucchini

Great prices and excellent quantity and quality. Would highly recommend this company!

5.0

Review By Frank Cordeiro

Superior packing

Loved that you ship in mylar envelopes. They maintain seed viability and are resealable.

5.0

Review By Darwin Peebles

Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.

5.0

Review By Linda Wedberg-Kraft

Many seeds produced a lot of plants

It seems every seed I planted is coming up. Waiting for plants to get big enough to produce.

5.0

Review By Shawn Pike

Looking Good

Again a High Germ rate and growing fast. Really like this seed company. Fast shipping too!

5.0

Review By LaRene Kidd

Zucchini perfection

These are the plants I have been looking for. Perfect size and flavor zucchini. I was able to get a plant from every seed. Gave away as gifts too.