Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Elite'

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
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 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
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid 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
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

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

Fullerton, California

Jonesville, South Carolina

Roanoke, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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L
Jonesville, SC (Zone 7b) | July 2025 | positive

This variety does very well. Seems to not produce near as much as the Straight Neck squash. Taste is average to good for a zucchini. T...Read More

C
Fullerton, CA | April 2011 | positive

A very prolific hybrid, can produce zucchini faster than you can eat it. I believe I read that this is the squash most commonly planted by farmers.

G
Roanoke, VA | September 2008 | neutral

Will grow large squash with regular watering. Very susceptible to powdery mildew. Give these plenty of room to spread and plant them away...Read More

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

A medium green zucchini available from eSeed.

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