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Zucchini Ambassador
SquashCucurbita pepo 'Ambassador'
- Full sun
- Zones 3–11
- 48 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 36" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A premium hybrid zucchini that sets the standard for disease resistance and productivity in home gardens. This variety produces glossy, dark green fruits with exceptional flavor and tender texture, while its compact bush habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces. Ambassador consistently outperforms open-pollinated varieties with its vigorous growth and extended harvest period.
Planting
Direct sow after soil temperature reaches 65°F, or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, squash vine borers. Common diseases: Bacterial wilt, downy mildew, black rot.