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Cucurbita pepo
This variety is a first generation cross between Goldini Zucchini and Pantheon Zucchini. Goldini was bred by reknown seed breeder Carol Deppe from Costata Romanesco and Gold Rush parentage. Pantheon is a F1 hybrid also of Costata Romanesco parentage. We are looking to create a golden yellow zucchini with the beautiful ribbing texture and mottling intrinsic to Costata Romanesco. In this crossing you can expect mixed expressions of yellow and green all with the delicious flavors of the infamous Italian heirloom. Both parents have shown excellent vigor and disease resistance.
Growing Instructions:
Sow indoors 2 to 3 weeks before setting out after last frost or direct seed after last frost.
Plant spacing: 24" apart
Row spacing: 5’ apart
Amend soil with good compost. We also recommend a fall or spring cover crop of peas or another annual legume to fix nitrogen for the squash plants.
Mulch with leaves, or whatever you have available, to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Make sure soil pH is between 5.8 and 7.0. If plant needs a growing boost, water with nitrogen tea or compost tea a few times. If trace minerals are inadequate, sprinkle a small amount of woodash in each planting hole.
