Zucchini 'Serpente di sicilia'

Cucurbita pepo var. cylindrica

How to grow Zucchini 'Serpente di sicilia'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Serpente di sicilia is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Serpente di sicilia needs a soil ph of 5.6 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Serpente di sicilia from seed

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. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 15°C / 59°F.

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

Transplanting Serpente di sicilia

Serpente di sicilia is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

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

Harvesting Serpente di sicilia

Pick when fruits are tender and young.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in early summer.

Other Names for Zucchini 'Serpente di sicilia'

Cuccuzi