Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Gold Rush'

Cucurbitapepo

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
pepo (PEP-oh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Veined
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Calistoga, California

Roseland, California

Bark River, Michigan

Warren, Pennsylvania

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Warren, PA (Zone 5a) | July 2006 | positive

Awesome! We've grown this variety on and off for about five years and I never tire of the appearance, plant vigor, or taste. One year car...Read More

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Culpeper, VA (Zone 7a) | February 2005 | positive

This is one of my favorite summer squashes & is still available from many seed suppliers, so I must not be alone in my assessment.
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Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | February 2005 | neutral

Plants are open and upright. 52 days to maturity. Fruits are smooth and cylindrical.

F
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | May 2004 | neutral

A 1978 golden zuchini hybrid still offered by Seminis. Cylindrical shape, golden yellow skin and white flesh.

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