Corn
Zucchinis
Dark Green - Zucchini
Ref : P2129
- Cucurbita pepo
Bag of 12 seeds
This variety produces an abundance of fruit up to 30 cm long, very dark green with firm, light-colored flesh.
WHAT ARE THE
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE Verte Noire Maraichère zucchini?
The "Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchini, a member of the Cucurbita pepo species, has a bushy growth habit and produces elongated, dark-green fruit 20-30 cm long. The flowers can be eaten in salads or as fritters.
SUCCESSFUL SEEDING OF MARAICHER GREEN BLACK ZUCGET ?
Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchini seedlings can be sown using two methods:
- Sowing "Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchini in pots is done between March and April, placing 2 to 3 seeds per pot. Transplant 2 to 3 weeks after sowing. Be careful not to sow zucchini seeds too early in the season, in which case the roots will become fibrous, making it difficult to grow the plants in the garden. For successful germination of zucchini seeds, they should be kept at a temperature of 18-20°C, in a substrate that is always moist.
- Direct sowing of "Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchinis in the garden can be carried out from April to July. Choose a bright location and, after the last frosts, sow 2 to 3 seeds in holes prepared 2 weeks in advance and filled with compost or organic matter and spaced 1 m apart in all directions.
HOW TO GROW MARAICHER GREEN BLACK ZUCGET?
Transplant zucchini plants in a sunny spot in mid-May, spacing them about 1 m apart in all directions. Be sure to water them well. Compost is recommended. Hoe and weed regularly. Mulch at the base of the plant to preserve soil moisture. Water close to the base in summer without wetting the leaves.
Include companion plants to encourage flower fertilization while keeping pests at bay. Basil or beans, for example.
WHEN TO HARVEST "Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchini?
Verte Noire Maraichère" zucchinis are best harvested between May and October. It's best to harvest them while they're still young. Cut them close to the stem rather than pulling them off. Zucchini flowers are also edible.
HOW CAN I STORE THE COURGETTE Verte Noire Maraichère?
Freezing is an effective way of storing fresh zucchinis for up to a year. Cook zucchini and place in airtight freezer containers or bags. Lacto-fermentation is also an excellent alternative to the freezer.
WHY DOESN'T MY ZUCCHINI PLANT PRODUCE FLOWERS OR FRUIT?
When a zucchini plant doesn't produce flowers or fruit, there may be several reasons.
High temperatures can hinder the development and growth of zucchinis. A lack of fruit can also be caused by poor pollination. It's important to have several zucchini plants together and to attract pollinating insects for good flower fertilization.
HOW TO PRODUCE SEEDS FOR MARAICOUS GREEN BLACK ZUCGET?
Here are the steps for producing zucchini seeds:
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Choose the best zucchini plant: the one with the earliest fruit, the one with the most fruit, and so on.
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Let the best zucchini from this plant mature on the ground. They will grow and their skin will thicken.
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Wash the seeds to remove all pulp.
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Let the seeds air-dry on absorbent paper or a plate for about a week.
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Store the dried seeds in a paper bag or airtight container away from light and moisture.
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The seeds are now ready to be used for sowing next year. But they can be stored for several years without any problem.
We've put together a Youtube video on zucchini seed extraction.
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Sow in pots at 18-20°C, 2 to 3 weeks before planting. Transplant with the root ball into the ground, after the last frosts, at a distance of 1 m in all directions. For sowing directly in the ground, sow after the last frosts when the soil is well warmed. Sow or transplant in planting holes filled with compost and prepared 2 weeks in advance.
Cucurbita pepo
From 250 to 1000 g
12 seeds
From 45 to 100 cm
From 20 to 30 cm
South America
