Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid'

Zucchini

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Common Name:

Zucchini

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Maximum width:

60 cm

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Description

Distinctive, dark green Italian-type zucchini with light green ridges. Appears star-shaped when slices are cut crosswise, and has sweet taste and crisp texture. Upright, vigorous plants with open habit are ready to harvest 50 days after sowing seed in the garden. As with all squash this zucchini grows best in full sun, rich organic soil, and decent drainage.

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Blooming

Male and female flowers bloom on the same vine.

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Growth

Warm weather, annual vine covering at least 25 square feet. The edible fruit can be long, small, and roundish ad green to yellow or with stripes. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Does not tolerate frost. Flourishes in hot weather.

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Planting

Plant seeds in sunny spot in the ground 1-2 weeks after last frost 1 inch deep and 1-3 feet apart near trellis or fence. The soil must be warm, 60-75°F (16-23°C).

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, and beetles.

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Interesting facts

The foliage is often prickly.

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo 'Gladio Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture.