Zucchini San Isidro (45 Days)

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, sauting, 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 22C. 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.