Organic 'Ronde de Nice' Zucchini

Organic 'Ronde de Nice' courgette (Cucurbita pepo), offered by Les Jardins de l'Écoumène

First described in 1743, the 'Ronde de Nice' zucchini is an early-maturing, non-vining annual variety, prized for its abundant production of round fruits with dark green skin marbled with light green. Its flesh is fine, tender, and melts in the mouth when harvested young, becoming firmer and more fibrous at full maturity, at which point the smooth skin takes on orange hues. Flavorful and versatile , it is particularly appreciated stuffed, in ratatouille, or in a gratin, and is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a productive and easy-to-cook zucchini.

Sowing type: Indoors or direct sowing
Sowing depth: 2 to 3 cm
Spacing between plants: 70 cm
Spacing between rows: 120 cm
Plant spread: Approximately 100 to 120 cm
Plant height: Approximately 50 to 60 cm
Quantity per packet: 25 seeds
Number of days for harvest: Approximately 50 days

Farming method

Sow indoors a few weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors once the soil has warmed up. This zucchini prefers full sun and rich, deep, well-drained soil; regular watering promotes a continuous production of high-quality fruit.

Harvesting and uses

Harvest the young fruits, while they are still very tender, to fully enjoy their melting texture and delicate flavor. Generous, early-maturing, and flavorful , the 'Ronde de Nice' zucchini is a timeless classic in the vegetable garden, as decorative as it is delicious on the plate.