Squash (Summer) Seeds - Dark Green Zucchini
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Add a classic and reliable variety to your garden with Dark Green Zucchini, a staple summer squash known for its dark, glossy skin and rich, mild flavor. This high-yielding, fast-growing zucchini is perfect for gardeners looking for a versatile vegetable that can thrive in a variety of garden settings.
Key Benefits
- Classic Flavor: Offers a mild, sweet taste with firm, tender flesh, making it perfect for grilling, stir-frying, or baking.
- High-Yielding: Produces abundant zucchinis, typically 6–8 inches long, ensuring you’ll have plenty to harvest throughout the growing season.
- Fast Growing: Ready for harvest in just 50–55 days, perfect for gardeners who want a quick return on their efforts.
- Robust and Resilient: Known for its ability to withstand common squash diseases and pests, making it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.
- Organic and Non-GMO: Grown without synthetic chemicals, ensuring a cleaner, healthier harvest.
How to Plant Dark Green Zucchini Seeds
Planting Season:
Plant seeds outdoors in late spring to early summer, once the soil temperature reaches at least 70°F.
Seed Preparation:
No special preparation needed, although warming the soil can speed up germination.
Planting Instructions:
- Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep in the soil.
- Spacing: Space seeds 2–3 feet apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
- Light Requirement: Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.5).
Water and Care
- Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the flowering and fruiting stages. Water at the base to avoid wetting the leaves.
- Fertilizer: Apply organic, balanced fertilizer once plants are established to encourage healthy growth and strong yields.
- Pest Management: Watch for pests like squash bugs or aphids, and manage them with organic pest control solutions.
Perfect For
- Vegetable Gardens: A must-have in any home vegetable garden, producing reliable and tasty zucchinis.
- Container Gardening: Grows well in raised beds, large containers, or even patio pots, making it perfect for small-space gardening.
- Culinary Use: Ideal for grilling, sautéing, spiralizing, and adding to a wide variety of dishes such as casseroles, stir-fries, and breads.
- Organic Gardens: Grown without synthetic chemicals, perfect for gardeners looking for a natural, non-GMO crop.
Recommended Coverage
A packet of Dark Green Zucchini seeds will cover approximately 10–15 plants, ensuring a steady supply of fresh, homegrown zucchini throughout the season.
Grow Fresh Zucchini in Your Garden Today!
Plant Dark Green Zucchini and enjoy the fast-growing, high-yielding nature of this classic summer squash. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this easy-to-grow variety will reward you with a bountiful harvest of delicious, versatile zucchinis. Start your garden today!
Dharaseeds
Squash (Summer) Seeds - Dark Green Zucchini
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Add a classic and reliable variety to your garden with Dark Green Zucchini, a staple summer squash known for its dark, glossy skin and rich, mild flavor. This high-yielding, fast-growing zucchini is perfect for gardeners looking for a versatile vegetable that can thrive in a variety of garden settings.
Key Benefits
- Classic Flavor: Offers a mild, sweet taste with firm, tender flesh, making it perfect for grilling, stir-frying, or baking.
- High-Yielding: Produces abundant zucchinis, typically 6–8 inches long, ensuring you’ll have plenty to harvest throughout the growing season.
- Fast Growing: Ready for harvest in just 50–55 days, perfect for gardeners who want a quick return on their efforts.
- Robust and Resilient: Known for its ability to withstand common squash diseases and pests, making it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.
- Organic and Non-GMO: Grown without synthetic chemicals, ensuring a cleaner, healthier harvest.
How to Plant Dark Green Zucchini Seeds
Planting Season:
Plant seeds outdoors in late spring to early summer, once the soil temperature reaches at least 70°F.
Seed Preparation:
No special preparation needed, although warming the soil can speed up germination.
Planting Instructions:
- Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep in the soil.
- Spacing: Space seeds 2–3 feet apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
- Light Requirement: Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.5).
Water and Care
- Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the flowering and fruiting stages. Water at the base to avoid wetting the leaves.
- Fertilizer: Apply organic, balanced fertilizer once plants are established to encourage healthy growth and strong yields.
- Pest Management: Watch for pests like squash bugs or aphids, and manage them with organic pest control solutions.
Perfect For
- Vegetable Gardens: A must-have in any home vegetable garden, producing reliable and tasty zucchinis.
- Container Gardening: Grows well in raised beds, large containers, or even patio pots, making it perfect for small-space gardening.
- Culinary Use: Ideal for grilling, sautéing, spiralizing, and adding to a wide variety of dishes such as casseroles, stir-fries, and breads.
- Organic Gardens: Grown without synthetic chemicals, perfect for gardeners looking for a natural, non-GMO crop.
Recommended Coverage
A packet of Dark Green Zucchini seeds will cover approximately 10–15 plants, ensuring a steady supply of fresh, homegrown zucchini throughout the season.
Grow Fresh Zucchini in Your Garden Today!
Plant Dark Green Zucchini and enjoy the fast-growing, high-yielding nature of this classic summer squash. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this easy-to-grow variety will reward you with a bountiful harvest of delicious, versatile zucchinis. Start your garden today!
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.