Description
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(Cucurbita pepo) 58 days. Black Beauty Zucchini Summer Squash is the most popular home garden variety. Black Beauty is very productive and their fruits should be picked when young (About 6″ – 8″). Bush Type Plant
Planting Instructions for Black Beauty Zucchini Summer Squash Seeds
Black Beauty Zucchini Summer Squash is a warm season crop, sensitive to frost and light freezes. Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Summer Squash Seeds indoors 3-4 weeks. before last frost date or direct seed outdoors after danger of frost. Plant Heirloom / Open Pollinated Summer Squash in full sun. To direct seed, plant 6-8 seeds 1″ deep in 1′ diameter hills, thinning to 3 or 4 plants at set of true leaves. Or plant Summer Squash seeds in rows 1″ deep, 2′ apart. Keep rows and hills 6′ apart. Germination should occur in 5-10 days at 65-85°F. Keep soil just-damp during germination, or seeds may rot. In general Black Beauty Zucchini Summer Squash have the best flavor and tenderness when picked young.
FAQ:
How long does it take Black Beauty Zucchini to mature?
Black Beauty Zucchini matures in approximately 58 days.
What are the characteristics of Black Beauty Zucchini?
This variety is a bush-type plant that is very productive. The fruits are best harvested when they are young, about 6-8 inches long, for optimal flavor and tenderness.
How should Black Beauty Zucchini seeds be planted?
Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. For direct sowing, plant 6-8 seeds 1 inch deep in 1-foot-diameter hills, thinning to 3-4 plants at the true leaf stage. Alternatively, plant seeds in rows spaced 2 feet apart, with rows or hills spaced 6 feet apart.
When is the best time to harvest Black Beauty Zucchini?
The best time to harvest is when the fruits are young, about 6-8 inches long, to ensure the best flavor and tenderness.
What are the ideal growing conditions for Black Beauty Zucchini?
Plant in full sun, with soil temperatures between 65-85°F for germination, which typically occurs in 5-10 days. Keep the soil just damp during germination to prevent seeds from rotting.
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Janice Martin (verified owner) –
The only variety of zucchini we’ve ever grown.
Suzanne (verified owner) –
Already have a few growing g
Emily P. (verified owner) –
Thank you!
Mike H. (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with my purchase, great germination, these plants really produce zucchini. Highly recommend !
Sandra (verified owner) –
amazing
Logan (verified owner) –
perfect
Gregory Manglitz Sr (verified owner) –
Haven’t succeeded yet , plants are big with lots of flowers but haven’t picked any yet
Valerie S. (verified owner) –
I have not planted yet but seeds arrived quickly and well packaged. Love St. Clare Seeds!
Debby K. (verified owner) –
5 star!
Jennifer Thomason (verified owner) –
5 star!
Hazel Hardisty (verified owner) –
Excellent!
patricia toole (verified owner) –
5 star!
Marion Franken (verified owner) –
5 star!
Patricia Stone (verified owner) –
Excellent!
Kathy (verified owner) –
So Tender and productive. Excellent flavor.
Barbara McClure (verified owner) –
Sprouted right away
Regina Harris (verified owner) –
5 star!
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Lauren Campbell (verified owner) –
5 star!
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Rebecca Mcguire (verified owner) –
5 star!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
5 star!
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
These are growing well in straight clay outside of my garden!
Christina (verified owner) –
Good variety
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