Description

Cocozelle squash is a classic Italian heirloom zucchini prized for its distinctive dark green fruits with light green striping and exceptionally tender, flavorful flesh. Known for its fine texture and rich taste, it is excellent for grilling, sautéing, roasting, and fresh garden harvesting.

This productive summer squash variety produces long, slender fruits on vigorous bush plants that continue yielding throughout the season. Cocozelle is best harvested young for peak tenderness, though it remains flavorful at slightly larger sizes and is valued for both home gardens and market use.

• Type: Heirloom summer squash (Cucurbita pepo)
• Direct sow: After last frost when soil is warm
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 24–36 inches
• Plant habit: Bush type
• Days to harvest: 50–60 days

Summer squash thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Sow seeds directly in warm soil and thin to the strongest plants. Water regularly to support rapid growth and mulch to retain soil moisture. Harvest frequently when fruits are 6–8 inches long to encourage continuous production and maintain best eating quality.

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