{"product_id":"zucchini","title":"Zucchini | Black Beauty","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow thick, tender, and prolific fruits of Black Beauty zucchini in your home garden. Zucchini is a quintessential summer vegetable favorite, prized for its vigorous bush habit and delicious, dark green cylindrical fruits that are wonderful in fresh side dishes, stir-fries, and abundant summer harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese reliable plants produce heavy yields of uniform fruits on sturdy, self-supporting bushes throughout the warm growing season, making them a productive and rewarding addition to any vegetable patch. Direct sow seeds after the last spring frost or start indoors for an early jump on Canada's short, warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Zucchini?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender, crisp, and delicious dark green cylindrical fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant and reliable warm-weather bush yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional versatility for fresh eating, grilling, baking, and sautéing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 50–60 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 20–25 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Zucchini from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow zucchini seeds outdoors after all danger of spring frost has passed and the soil has fully warmed. Alternatively, start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before your last spring frost in biodegradable pots to minimize root disturbance during transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with full sun and rich, amended soil. Space plants approximately 90–120 cm (36–48 inches) apart to allow for the large, sprawling bush growth habit and ensure excellent air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently and deeply, keeping the soil moist during active growth and fruiting. Avoid wetting the large leaves excessively to help prevent fungal issues like powdery mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest zucchinis frequently when they reach about 15–20 cm (6–8 inches) in length to encourage the plant to continue producing heavy yields throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zucchini in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZucchini thrives in the warm summer months characteristic of Canadian climates. Because summer squash is highly sensitive to frost, Canadian gardeners should wait until late spring when night temperatures are reliably warm before planting outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse row covers early in the season to protect young plants from cool northern winds, and ensure they receive full sun exposure for maximum fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our guide: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/blogs\/in-the-garden\/how-to-grow-zucchini-in-canada\" title=\"How to Grow Zucchini in Canada | Complete Growing Guide\"\u003eHow To Grow Zucchini in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZucchini Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/zucchini-icon.png?v=1791066089\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eZucchini (Black Beauty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eAnnual warm-season vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 50–60 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; 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flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFresh summer squash, grilling, baking, and sautéing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Zucchini\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like harvesting a fresh, tender zucchini straight from your own garden patch. With its heavy yields and exceptional versatility in the kitchen, Black Beauty zucchini is a rewarding and essential addition to any Canadian vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your zucchini from seed this season and enjoy watching them grow into a bountiful harvest of delicious summer squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39476746256472,"sku":"","price":21.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/products\/zucchini-2-1200.jpg?v=1591950144","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/zucchini","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}