Summer squash 'Star 8022'

Cucurbita pepo

How to grow Summer squash 'Star 8022'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Some zucchini varieties may need hand-pollination in areas where bee populations are declining 1.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often.

Growing Star 8022 from seed

Sow in spring and summer. Can be planted in trays or directly, and keep moist until germinated.

Sow 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm).

Transplanting Star 8022

Harvesting Star 8022

In South Africa, this is typically harvested as a baby vegetable.

The flowers (both male and female) are edible and can be used as a garnish 1. They are an expensive delicacy, due to difficulty in transport/storage 1.

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