Category Archives: Zucchini

Zucchini

Zucchini is an ideal plant for the beginner vegetable gardener because it is quick and easy to grow. Besides, Zucchini is known to be staggeringly productive and its uses are practically endless. Let's learn how to grow Zucchini, no matter what size garden you have, and what to do with that bumper crop!

Common name: Black Forest zucchini
Botanical name: Cucurbita pepo 'Black Forest'
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Plant type: Fruit, annual
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil type: Loamy, sandy, moist but well-drained
Soil pH: Acidic, neutral
Bloom time: Summer
Hardiness zones: 3 - 9 (USDA)
Native areas: North America

Types of Zucchini
Baby Green Zucchini Squash

Baby Green Zucchini Squash

Green Zucchini Squash

Green Zucchini Squash

Black Beauty Zucchini

Black Beauty Zucchini

Goldmine Zucchini Squash

Goldmine Zucchini Squash

Chinese Zucchini

Chinese Zucchini

Zucchini Butternut Squash

Zucchini Butternut Squash