Zucchini : Tristan F1 Hybrid
Vegetable
Description
A 'scratch free' variety with vastly reduced spines on the stems, and a more open plant habit, so allowing for easier harvesting.
Produces a heavy crop of dark green, succulent tasty fruits throughout the summer if cut regularly.
Prefers well-drained, moist, rich soil in full sun.
A good source of vitamins A, C,E and folate.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | April to May |
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| Sowing depth: | ½in |
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Sow seed, 1cm (½in) deep in 7.5cm (3in) pots of free-draining compost.
Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.
Do not exclude light as this helps germination. Can also be sown direct outdoors once the soil has warmed.
Sow 2 seeds every 60cm (24in) and thin out to the best seedling.
Growing Instructions
Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 60cm (24in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
Water regularly and feed every 14 days once the courgettes start to develop.
Pick regularly while small 10-16cm (4 to 6 inches) and don't leave any on to grow large or cropping will be impaired.
Kitchen Notes
Use fresh courgette flowers stuffed with ricotta cheese or rice and vegetables.
