Zucchini Black Jack is probably the most prolific and famed variety with very dark green fruit. Harvest regularly when about 15 cm long to encourage higher yields. Keep well watered and feed regularly. Zucchini are also known as Courgettes and are a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways; their flowers are also a gourmet delight and are served in top restaurants all around the world. Zucchini like a sunny, sheltered position and rich soil, and with a compact growth habit they are ideal for the garden or pots.

Seed packet contains 20 seeds.

How To Grow Sow 12mm (half-inch) deep direct in final position. Sow 2-3 seeds in clumps, later thinning to the two strongest seedlings. Allow 90cm (3ft) between rows and between plants. Keep the plants well watered and prepare soil well by adding organic material and a complete fertiliser.

When To Plant Spring and Summer.

Harvest 8 weeks

Sow Spring, Summer

Important Note These seeds may be treated with a fungicide (Thiram or Apron XL), do not eat the seeds or feed them to animals. Fungicide treatment is an AQIS requirement for certain varieties of seeds. It does not affect your crops or harm insects such as bees. If your packet has been treated it will be well marked with a warning and the seeds will be dyed a distinct colour.