Little Veggie Patch Co - Heirloom Seeds - Zucchini 'Black Beauty'

'Black Beauty' is more than a story of love, fate, and horses. It is also an heirloom variety of summer squash that is prized for its creamy flesh and dark green skin. 'Black Beauty' is a reliable, hardy, and productive plant that fruits early and will continue to produce for many months. Flowers are a culinary favourite and are often cut and stuffed. 

When to Plant
Zone 1: October–December
Zone 2: September–December
Zone 3: August–February
Zone 4: February–September

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Soil Your soil should be free- draining and moderately fertile, so add compost before planting. It will tolerate a number of soil types.

Soil pH Level 6.5–7.0

Position Full sun with plenty of room to move. Position on the edge of your growing space, allowing it to creep away from your growing space.

How to Plant Sow the seeds directly into the patch once daytime temperatures are regularly more than 20 degrees, otherwise propagate in a mini greenhouse and transplant. Zucchinis are more suitable for an in ground veggie patch.

Spacing 1.2 m

Depth 2-4cm

Companion Plants Sweetcorn

Approximate no. of seeds  14