45 DAYS
Cucurbita pepo
Beautiful, smooth, speckled grey-green Lebanese zucchini that adds an elegant touch to any dish. The open, nearly spineless plant is highly productive, ensuring a steady harvest throughout the season. Each zucchini grows to around 7 in. long, making it perfect for gourmet culinary creations or simply grilled fresh from the garden.
Size: Matures to about 7 in. long with a compact, open habit.
Yield: Highly productive plants, producing numerous zucchinis per season.
Taste: Tender and mild with a slight buttery flavour, ideal for a variety of dishes.
How to use: Great for grilling, sautéing, or in salads. Can also be pickled or added to stir-fries.
Planting tips: Plant seeds 1.5 in. deep after the danger of frost has passed and soil warms to at least 22°C. Space plants 3 ft. apart to ensure good air circulation.
Harvest tips: Pick zucchinis when they are between 8 to 12 in. for optimal tenderness; larger fruit can be harvested, but may lose some flavour and texture.
