Zucchini 'Astia F1'

Cucurbita pepo var. cylindrica

How to grow Zucchini 'Astia F1'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Astia F1 is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Astia F1 needs a soil ph of 5.6 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Astia F1 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 Astia F1 about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Astia F1

Astia F1 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 Astia F1 about 14 days after your last frost date.

Harvesting Astia F1

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