Zucchini 'Romanesco'
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Courgette 'Romanesco' (Cucurbita pepo), offered by the seed company Weston Seeds
Zucchini 'Romanesco' is an Italian heirloom variety known for its creamy green, ridged fruits with a sweet taste and tender texture. Semi-shrubby and very productive, this variety offers delicious fruits even when they reach a size of 6 to 8 inches. Suitable for vegetable gardens, it thrives in rich, well-drained soils, and its edible flowers add a gourmet touch to your recipes.
Days to maturity: 50 to 55 days
Fruit size: 6 to 8 inches
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Spacing: 36 to 48 inches
Sowing: Indoor/direct
Exposure: Full sun
Quantity per pack: untreated, non-GMO seeds
Cultivation method:
'Romanesco' zucchini thrive in warm climates and require full sun exposure and rich, deep, well-drained soil with an ideal pH of 5.5 to 6.5. Enrich the soil with compost before planting.
Sow directly outdoors between late May and mid-June, placing seeds 1" (2.5 cm) deep in mounds 8' (2.4 m) apart. Plant 4-6 seeds per mound, then reduce to 3 plants per mound after germination. For an early harvest, start indoors about 3 weeks before the last frost date.
Ensure regular watering and monitor young plants to protect them from pests. Harvest fruits when they are 6 to 8 inches long for best flavor and texture.
Prized for its unique flavor and exceptional productivity, the 'Romanesco' zucchini is a real asset to any vegetable garden!
