ZUCCHINI ‘Grey’ Vegetable Seeds

Common name: Zucchini, Courgette
Scientific name: Cucurbita pepo
Family: Cucurbitaceae

Zucchini ‘Grey’ is a compact, bush-type variety that produces medium-sized, cylindrical fruits with a mottled grey-green skin. The flesh is tender and mild, making it ideal for grilling, stir-fries, and salads. This variety is highly productive and well-suited to a wide range of Australian growing conditions, thriving in both temperate and subtropical regions. Zucchini ‘Grey’ is easy to grow and an excellent choice for home gardens and container planting.

• Also known as ‘Mexican Grey Zucchini.’
• Compact bush habit, perfect for small gardens and pots.
• Prolific producer with tender, mild-flavored fruits.
• Harvest young for best texture and flavor, around 15 – 20 cm in length.
• Fruits can be eaten raw in salads, grilled, or added to soups and stews.
• Versatile and easy to grow in a variety of soil types.
• Thrives in warm, sunny conditions with regular watering.
• Suitable for temperate and subtropical climates.

Plant Type: Warm season annual, frost tender

Plant Height: 45 – 60 cm

Sow When:

• Temperate: September – January after frost.
• Subtropical: August – February.
• Tropical: February – September.
• Cool: September – December after frost.
• Arid: August – February.

Germination: 5 – 10 days

Depth: 2 – 3 cm deep

Position: Full sun

Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or large containers; thin to strongest seedlings

Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained, pH 6.0 – 7.0

Rows: 90 – 100 cm apart

Spacing: 50 – 70 cm between plants

Details: Keep well-watered and mulch around the base of the plant to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Regular feeding with a balanced fertilizer will encourage vigorous growth and abundant fruit production. Harvest fruits regularly to promote continuous cropping. Avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew.

Harvest: 50 – 60 days

1 x Qty = 1 x Seed packet, containing a minimum of 20 seeds

Price Includes postage. This product will be shipped through regular mail, without tracking.

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