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Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds

Cucurbita pepo

5.00 (12 reviews)
  • 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

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Tracy

Great grower!

I had a huge amount of Zucchini from these plants last year and can't wait to plant more.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By kw

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.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By George Jeffcoat

great seeds

great seeds

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Darwin Peebles

Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Elke

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!

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By STACIE GROSS

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.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Brittany Melby

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.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By jerry preston

quality

Fried Zucchini, can't wait to munch.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Nickolai Edwards

High hopes

1 out of 2 germinated in tree days! Growing strong.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Brian Landvatter

food jungle

This is a great company, you can trust theirs seeds to grow.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Thomas Mulligan

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.

Dark Green Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds 5.0
Review By Cynthia McGinnis

zucchini seeds

Very well packed, good germination. Thank you

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~40 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~250 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 is the traditional, reliable zucchini that just keeps on producing! They are very similar to Black Beauty, but are ready a bit sooner, taking about 50 days to mature. They are dark green and nice and straight, reaching about 8" in length.
History records that Columbus carried this then unfamiliar member of the cucumber family back to Europe after his first voyage. In Italy it acquired the name "zucchino," meaning a small squash; the French name for a zucchini, which the English later adopted, is "courgette." Italian immigrants later brought the zucchini back to the United States, where it became the most popular and commonly available variety of summer squash.

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

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 12 reviews
5.0

Review By Tracy

Great grower!

I had a huge amount of Zucchini from these plants last year and can't wait to plant more.

5.0

Review By kw

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.

5.0

Review By George Jeffcoat

great seeds

great seeds

5.0

Review By Darwin Peebles

Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.

5.0

Review By Elke

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!

5.0

Review By STACIE GROSS

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.

5.0

Review By Brittany Melby

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.

5.0

Review By jerry preston

quality

Fried Zucchini, can't wait to munch.

5.0

Review By Nickolai Edwards

High hopes

1 out of 2 germinated in tree days! Growing strong.

5.0

Review By Brian Landvatter

food jungle

This is a great company, you can trust theirs seeds to grow.

5.0

Review By Thomas Mulligan

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.

5.0

Review By Cynthia McGinnis

zucchini seeds

Very well packed, good germination. Thank you