Summer Medley Zucchini Squash
Cucurbita pepo
kyoo-KUHR-bee-tah PEH-poe
Edibles: Fruiting Vegetable
Min. Temp
Very Tender: 38°
A blend of five summer squashes that are all compatible in the garden. A mix of green and gold zucchinis, yellow summer and Mediterranean squashes. Semi-compact plants take up less room and produce lots of squash. Experience almost limitless cooking opportunities with this beautiful, nutritious and interesting summer squash blend. Traditional zucchinis, plus an unusual Caserta type and a Lebanese type.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Yellow
Blooming Time
Early Summer - Late Summer
Habit
Bush
Height
12–18 in
Spread
24–36 in
Form
Summer Squash
Characteristics
Type
Hybrid
Safety
Edible Parts
Growth Rate
Fast
Traits
High Yields
Tolerance/Resistance
Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators
Uses/Placement
Culinary
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Soil Texture
Sandy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Average
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
PH Correction
High pH can reduce nutrient uptake
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Heavy Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Rooting & Blooming
Fertilizer Timing
Early Summer
Micronutrients
Calcium (Ca)
Care
Care Level
Moderate
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Monoecious--pollination required
Propagation Licensing
Trademarked cultivar
Division Timing
Do Not Divide
Fruit and Pollination
Days to Harvest
50 Days
Fruit Size
Medium
Fruit Characteristics
Mild
Ploidy
Diploid