Zucchini 'Κολοκυθάκι'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Κολοκυθάκι is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. A soil ph of between 5.6 and 7.5 is ideal for Κολοκυθάκι as it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.99 inches (2.54 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.92 feet (90.0 cm) between Zucchini plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Κολοκυθάκι about 42 days before your last frost date.

As Κολοκυθάκι is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Κολοκυθάκι about 14 days after your last frost date.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early summer.