Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Golden Zucchini'

Cucurbitapepo

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
pepo (PEP-oh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 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
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

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

Guffey, Colorado

Bartow, Florida

Valdosta, Georgia

Bark River, Michigan

Cincinnati, Ohio

Radford, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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J
Toronto, ON (Zone 6a) | August 2017 | positive

Nice variety! Beautiful and tasty! A keeper for sure!!

F
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | January 2005 | positive

Introduced in 1973. Glossy golden-yellow, cylindrical fruits on productive, compact bush plants. 50-55 days. I tried this one right after...Read More

B
Valdosta, GA (Zone 8a) | June 2004 | neutral

Beautiful, bright gold, cylindrical fruits, making a nice contrast to the usual squash colors. Not quite as productive as the green vari...Read More

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