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Summer squash variety with thin, green skin. Plants are prolific, producing fruit for many weeks. Requires room to grow.
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January1. BuyBuy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.February1. BuyBuy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.2. Sow SeedsSow seed indoors and keep moist. When seed sprouts, grow in a sunny window.March1. BuyBuy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.2. Sow SeedsSow seed indoors and keep moist. When seed sprouts, grow in a sunny window.April1. BuyBuy seed via mail-order or at the nursery. Purchase plants when they appear in the nursery.2. PlantPlant starting mid-month in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.3. Sow SeedsAfter mid-month, sow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.4. FertilizeAfter plants become established, feed once this month with an organic vegetable fertilizer.5. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.6. MulchApply a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.9. TransplantTransplant seedlings starting mid-month in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.May1. BuyBuy seed via mail-order or at the nursery. Purchase plants from the nursery.2. PlantPlant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.3. Sow SeedsSow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.4. FertilizeAfter plants become established, feed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.5. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.6. MulchMaintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.9. TransplantTransplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.10. HarvestHarvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.June1. BuyPurchase plants from the nursery.2. PlantPlant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.3. Sow SeedsSow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.4. FertilizeFeed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.5. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.6. MulchMaintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.9. TransplantTransplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.10. HarvestHarvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.July1. BuyPurchase plants from the nursery.2. PlantPlant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.3. FertilizeFeed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.4. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.5. MulchMaintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.8. TransplantTransplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.9. HarvestHarvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.August1. FertilizeFeed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.2. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.3. MulchMaintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.6. HarvestHarvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.September1. WaterKeep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.2. MulchMaintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.3. HarvestHarvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. 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Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
January
Buy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.
February
Buy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.
March
Buy seed when available via mail-order or at the nursery.
April
Buy seed via mail-order or at the nursery. Purchase plants when they appear in the nursery.
May
Buy seed via mail-order or at the nursery. Purchase plants from the nursery.
June
Purchase plants from the nursery.
July
Purchase plants from the nursery.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
April
Plant starting mid-month in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
May
Plant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
June
Plant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
July
Plant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
August
Plant in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
Sow Seeds
When can you plant these seeds? When's the best time? Can you start them indoors and move them out? Do they have any special requirements?
February
Sow seed indoors and keep moist. When seed sprouts, grow in a sunny window.
March
Sow seed indoors and keep moist. When seed sprouts, grow in a sunny window.
April
After mid-month, sow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.
May
Sow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.
June
Sow seed outdoors in containers for transplanting later, or directly in the garden. Seed-starting mix should be well-draining. Ground location requires full-sun, good air circulation and rich, well-draining soil.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
April
After plants become established, feed once this month with an organic vegetable fertilizer.
May
After plants become established, feed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.
June
Feed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.
July
Feed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.
August
Feed every 3 weeks with an organic vegetable fertilizer.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
April
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
May
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
June
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
July
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
August
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
September
Keep the soil most but not soggy. Droughted plants will stop producing. Foliage is susceptible to fungal infection, so avoid splashing water onto leaves when watering.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
April
Apply a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
May
Maintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
June
Maintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
July
Maintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
August
Maintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
September
Maintain a 1- to 2-inch layer of compost or shredded bark to the base of the plant, spreading out 1 to 2 feet.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
April
Check for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.
May
Check for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.
June
Check for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.
July
Check for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.
August
Check for squash bug, which will feed on plant vines and fruit and cause leaves to wilt. Also look for signs of powdery mildew, which is a powdery coating that appears on leaves.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
April
Control squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.
May
Control squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.
June
Control squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.
July
Control squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.
August
Control squash bugs by destroying their eggs, which are yellow-to-brown clusters that appear on the underside of leaves. Trap adults under boards or newspapers at night and then collect and destroy them in the morning. There are also insecticides labeled for use on squash bugs. Control powdery mildew by avoiding overhead watering and getting squash leaves wet, especially later in the day.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
April
Transplant seedlings starting mid-month in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
May
Transplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
June
Transplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
July
Transplant seedlings in a rich, well-drained soil in a full-sun location with good air circulation. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart.
Harvest
When's a good time to harvest this plant? What's the best way to harvest? Are there special requirements or features?
May
Harvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.
June
Harvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.
July
Harvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.
August
Harvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.
September
Harvest zucchini when it is small- to medium-sized, at which point it is tender. Although you can allow the fruit to grow large, doing so may cause the plant to cease production.
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