ZUCCHINI ‘Grey’ Vegetable Seeds
Common name: Zucchini, Courgette
Scientific name: Cucurbita pepo
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Zucchini ‘Grey’ is a compact, bush-type variety that produces medium-sized, cylindrical fruits with a mottled grey-green skin. The flesh is tender and mild, making it ideal for grilling, stir-fries, and salads. This variety is highly productive and well-suited to a wide range of Australian growing conditions, thriving in both temperate and subtropical regions. Zucchini ‘Grey’ is easy to grow and an excellent choice for home gardens and container planting.
- Also known as ‘Mexican Grey Zucchini.’
- Compact bush habit, perfect for small gardens and pots.
- Prolific producer with tender, mild-flavored fruits.
- Harvest young for best texture and flavor, around 15 – 20 cm in length.
- Fruits can be eaten raw in salads, grilled, or added to soups and stews.
- Versatile and easy to grow in a variety of soil types.
- Thrives in warm, sunny conditions with regular watering.
- Suitable for temperate and subtropical climates.
Plant Type: Warm season annual, frost tender
Plant Height: 45 – 60 cm
Sow When:
- Temperate: September – January after frost.
- Subtropical: August – February.
- Tropical: February – September.
- Cool: September – December after frost.
- Arid: August – February.
Germination: 5 – 10 days
Depth: 2 – 3 cm deep
Position: Full sun
Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or large containers; thin to strongest seedlings
Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained, pH 6.0 – 7.0
Rows: 90 – 100 cm apart
Spacing: 50 – 70 cm between plants
Details: Keep well-watered and mulch around the base of the plant to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Regular feeding with a balanced fertilizer will encourage vigorous growth and abundant fruit production. Harvest fruits regularly to promote continuous cropping. Avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew.
Harvest: 50 – 60 days
