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Zucchini Dark Green

Squash

Cucurbita pepo 'Dark Green Zucchini'

Overview
The quintessential summer squash that every home gardener should grow, producing abundant harvests of tender, dark green fruits perfect for everything from bread to stir-fries. This reliable variety is incredibly prolific, often yielding more zucchini than one family can handle. Its compact bush habit and early production make it ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Planting
Direct sow 2-3 weeks after last frost when soil temperature reaches 60°F. Can also start indoors 2-3 weeks before transplanting.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, squash vine borers, aphids. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew, blossom end rot.