Cucurbita, Zucchini 'Black Beauty' Organic Heirloom
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
Black Beauty is an early maturing zucchini type squash that features delicious deep green fruits with creamy white flesh. A very easy to grow bush variety that’s productive all season long. It won an All America Selections award in 1957.
Plant outdoors in full sun and rich soil two weeks after last spring frost. Germinates poorly in soil temperatures below 70°F. Water consistently and feed monthly with a side dressing of compost or vegetable fertilizer. Harvest while fruits are young and tender. Pick regularly to encourage more fruit.
Cucurbita pepo | Early maturing heirloom variety
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More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Zucchini |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 60" |
| Spacing in Row | 24" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 7-10 |
| Days to Maturity | 50 |
| Manufacturer Number | 1672 |