{"product_id":"t-courgette-dark-green","title":"Organic Zucchini 'Dark Green'","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Dark Green' Courgette (Cucurbita pepo) – Offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e'Dark Green' courgette\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003evigorous and productive\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, yielding \u003cstrong\u003elong, cylindrical, glossy dark green\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits. Its \u003cstrong\u003emild, slightly sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e flavor and \u003cstrong\u003etender texture\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a must-have in the vegetable garden. Very easy to grow, this courgette \u003cstrong\u003eoffers generous harvests throughout the summer\u003c\/strong\u003e , whether planted in the ground or in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e : Summer courgette\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bushy and compact\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e : 80 to 100 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 to 70 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 to 55 days\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beans, corn, nasturtiums, radishes, marigolds \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato (competition for nutrients)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e 'Dark Green' courgettes thrive in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong\u003erich, well-drained soil enriched with compost\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cstrong\u003eSow directly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e after the last frost, or start seeds indoors \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 4 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow at \u003cstrong\u003ea depth of 2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the plants \u003cstrong\u003e80 to 100 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart to allow for ample growth. \u003cstrong\u003eRegular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e , avoiding wetting the leaves, promotes abundant production and prevents disease. Harvest courgettes \u003cstrong\u003ewhen young (15-20 cm) for a more tender texture and a longer harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUses and benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e'Dark Green' zucchini is \u003cstrong\u003eversatile in the kitchen\u003c\/strong\u003e , perfect for \u003cstrong\u003estir-fries, gratins, soups, salads, or even desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e . It's also excellent \u003cstrong\u003egrated into patties or vegetable spaghetti\u003c\/strong\u003e . Very \u003cstrong\u003elow in calories\u003c\/strong\u003e , it's an excellent source of \u003cstrong\u003efiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C\u003c\/strong\u003e , contributing to a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced and light diet\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003eease of cultivation, rapid growth and impressive yield\u003c\/strong\u003e , the 'Dark Green' courgette is a \u003cstrong\u003eclassic vegetable garden plant, ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tourne-sol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52247200137376,"sku":"SQ603-a","price":4.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Zucchini_Darkgreen.png?v=1770942127","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/t-squash-dark-green","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}