Garden Guide for Zone 8b

Zucchini

Zucchini is a summer squash which can reach nearly a meter in length, but is usually harvested at half that size or less. Along with certain other squashes and pumpkins, it belongs to the species Cucurbita pepo.

Quick Info

• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Regular watering
• Light: Full sun
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
• Growing Days: 60

Sowing Months

Harvest Months

Planting Instructions

Planting Instructions: Sow zucchini seeds in the ground when the soil has warmed to 70 degrees F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills that are 2 to 3 feet apart. Each hill should have 2 to 3 seeds. When the plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 2 plants per hill.

Harvest Instructions

Harvest Instructions: Harvest zucchini when the fruits are small. This will result in a more tender and flavorful squash. Cut the squash off the vine rather than pulling them off.