Round
Zucchini is a ball of fun! These palm-sized 3-4" diameter spherical
summer squashes are the perfect size for stuffing and holding. With
shiny, mottled dark green skin and big yellow squash blossoms, they are a
delight in the garden. Round Zucchini are super fast, growing from
blossom to round zucchinis in just 8 days. The fruit produced on this
compact bush-type plant are picked young leading to sweet and flavorful
baby squashes. Use
later harvested Round Zucchini at 4" in stuffed casseroles or as
beautiful stuffed displays. Or harvest baby Round Zucchini at 2" in
diameter for adorable grilled, roasted, sauteed, breaded, and deep-fried
preparations! However prepared, Round Zucchini is sure to be a
delightful addition to your summer harvest!
Also
Known As: Rondini, Roundini, 8 Ball Zucchini, Eight Ball Zucchini,
Cupcake Squash, Globe Zucchini, Ronde de Nice, Round Courgette, Round
Summer Squash, Round Pattypan
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Plant Name:
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Zucchini, Round
|
Latin Name:
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Curcubita pepo
|
Days to Germinate: |
7-14 |
Days to Harvest: |
48
|
Germination Rate: |
95% |
Test Date: |
9/23 |
Growth Habit: |
Bush |
USDA Zones: |
2-12 |
Lifespan: |
Annual |
Brand: |
TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: |
No |
Pollination:
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Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
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Fungicide-Treated Seeds:*: |
No |
Seeds Packed For**: |
2024 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds
are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are
still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as
the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Leave
small weeds and dead grass, they will enrich the soil when turned under.
Spade the soil 8-12 inches deep and turn each shovel of soil over
completely to cover the plant materials with soil. You may add
fertilizer (see "Fertilizing" below) or organic material such as
compost, leaves, or rotted hay over planting area at this point . For
squash, make rows of soil beds 4-6 inches high and at least 3 feet
apart. This formation of ridges will help with drainage.
Planting:
Since squash does not grow well in cool weather, plant in the spring
after all danger of frost has passed and the soil begins to warm. For a
good fall crop, plant early so squash will mature before the first
killing frost. To plant, make 1 inch deep holes spaced 1 1/2 - 2 feet
apart in raised beds down the rows, then plant 5-6 seeds in each hole.
Cover thinly with soil and water after planting. After the seeds come
up, thin to 3 squash plants per hill.
*Tip:
Plant squash with beans and corn for companion planting. Squash is one
of the plants grown in the traditional Native American vegetable growing
technique called the Three Sisters. The other two plants in the Three
Sisters are beans and corn. Each plant had its role in this companion
planting tradition. Corn served as a structure for the vining beans to
grow up. Squash served as a ground cover to prevent weeds from growing.
Beans provided natural fertilizer for all.
Planting Depth: |
1 inch |
Within-Row Spacing:
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2 - 3 feet |
Between-Row Spacing:
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4 - 6 feet
|
Watering:
Water the plants enough to keep them from wilting. If the weather is
really dry, squash plants should be watered at least once a week. Sandy
soils need to be watered more often than heavy clay soils.
Weeding:
Keep squash plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing do
not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder rooters
which may slow the plant's growth.
Fertilizing:
You may optionally add scatter 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer for
each 100 square feet of garden area. Work into the soil and leave the
surface smooth. For small gardens, use 2-3 tablespoons of fertilizer for
each hill. Scatter the fertilizer evenly over a 2 foot by 2 foot area.
work it into the top 2-3 inches of soil. When blooms first appear, you
may optionally apply 2 tablespoons of fertilizer around each hill. Do
not let fertilizer touch the plants. Water the plants after fertilizing.
Insecticides:
Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and
sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also
has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Larvae
of the Squash vine borer are usually found inside the stem and cannot
be controlled once they are inside the stem. Sevin® and Thiodan® can
control for squash bugs. Pyrethrin and rotenone can control for the
cucumber beetle. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always
follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases:
Squash can get many diseases, especially when harvesting begins. Check
the plants daily and if spots or mold appear, treat the plant with an
approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used.
Please always follow label directions.
Harvest
summer squash when the fruit and seeds are small. Always harvest mature
squash so the plants will keep producing. Squash is best when cut, not
pulled, from the vine. Try not to leave summer squash to grow too large
on the vine because they may over-mature and have tough flesh and seeds.
Summer squash can be stored in the refrigerator for about a week.
Nutrition Facts:
Zucchini
Amount Per 1 medium (196 g)
|
Calories 33
|
% Daily Value*
|
Total Fat 0.6 g
|
0% |
Saturated fat 0.2 g
|
1% |
Polyunsaturated fat 0.2 g
|
|
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
|
|
Trans fat regulation 0 g
|
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0% |
Sodium 16 mg
|
0% |
Potassium 512 mg
|
14% |
Total Carbohydrate 6 g
|
2% |
Dietary fiber 2 g
|
8% |
Sugar 4.9 g
|
|
Protein 2.4 g
|
4% |
Vitamin A |
7% |
Vitamin C |
58% |
Calcium |
3% |
Iron |
3% |
Vitamin D |
0% |
Vitamin B-6 |
15% |
Cobalamin |
0% |
Magnesium |
8% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie
needs. |
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