Cocozelle squash (Cucurbita pepo)
Courgette Cocozelle;Cucurbita pepo;50-60 days to maturity.;Appreciated by gardeners, who have been growing it for a long time, this ancient variety comes to us from Naples, hence its name Cocozella di Napoli.;Bushy type, it produces fruit tasty in quantity. To stimulate fruiting, be sure to harvest young zucchini. This will extend the harvest season and you will be feasting on little zucchini.;When ripe, this zucchini is 30cm in length. It is at its best if harvested when it measures between 15 and 20 cm. The dark green fruits are streaked with light green. The flesh is a delicate color between white and green.;Succulent cooked, fried, steamed or stored in the freezer.;Italian heritage variety.
MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Harvest regularly throughout the season to boost production.
Plant type: Annual |
Quantity: Envelope of about 15 seeds |
Exposure: Full sun |
Shape: Bushy |
Soil: Rich |
Watering: Regular |
Sowing: Inside |
Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
Days to maturity: 50 to 60 days |
Germination: 5 to 10 days |
Plant spacing: 1 m |
Row spacing: 1 m |
Depth: 2 cm |
Width: 1 m |
Height: 45 cm |
Color: Green |
Family: Cucurbits |
Ancient variety from Naples.