{"product_id":"squash-summer-zucchini-black-beauty-organic-seeds","title":"Squash Seeds - Summer - Zucchini Black Beauty (organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e62 days. AAS Winner. Dark green glossy, and uniformly colored; fruits are long, straight and slender with firm, very tender, creamy white flesh; plant grows between 12-24” tall; good flavor squash seeds. Approx. 230 seeds\/oz. Yellow, edible blooms are lovely for plate decorating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Organic Black Beauty Zucchini Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucurbita Pepo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer squash, courgettes\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62 days\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e ½ -1” deep\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6” apart\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3- 4’\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3- 4’\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 - 24” tall and bushy \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moist, mulch and compost - pH 6.8 - 5.5\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun = 6 - 8 hours daily\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests\/diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacterial wilt, cucumber beetles, squash bug\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green, glossy and evenly colored\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhat sweet, tender, crisp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSpeedy and bountiful growth, Black Beauty squash is best reaped while skin is tender and crop is not too mature – about 5-8” in length and about 3” in diameter. Container growing is possible in a pot about 16 - 18” deep, with good drainage, an abundant source of light, adequate moisture, and recommended nutrients. Avoid watering leaves, to prevent plant diseases. Seeds are typically fertile for at least four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditonal Facts\/information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has been scientifically noted that zucchini with darker skin is fortified with more nutrients such as Vitamins A, C, E, K, B6; beta carotene, potassium, manganese, folate, and others; super low in calories. They can be roasted, marinated in olive oil, fried, sautéed or steamed; use in soups, casseroles, and other dishes. Blanch before freezing and enjoy for up to three months. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"4g Pkg (3x4)","offer_id":35546445086875,"sku":"18822","price":2.49,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":35546445119643,"sku":"20250","price":9.29,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":35546445152411,"sku":"20251","price":11.7,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":35546445185179,"sku":"20252","price":28.8,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/6454\/9531\/products\/squash-summer-zucchini-black-beauty-seed-wm_700_7c6e7a1d-3f66-4b7f-8a6c-cff952f84fc3.jpg?v=1597673287","url":"https:\/\/earthpak643-com.myshopify.com\/products\/squash-summer-zucchini-black-beauty-organic-seeds","provider":"earthpak643.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}