Zucchini- Fordhook

Description

1. Product Description for Zucchini - Fordhook Seeds

Overview
Zucchini 'Fordhook' is a reliable and high-yielding summer squash variety that produces tender, dark-green fruits with a mild and slightly sweet flavor. Perfect for home gardeners and commercial growers, these seeds offer a fast-growing, disease-resistant crop suitable for various culinary uses, including grilling, baking, and spiralizing.

Features

1. High Yield: Produces abundant fruits throughout the growing season.
2. Vigorous Growth: Thrives in most climates with proper care.
3. Flavorful & Versatile: Mildly sweet taste, perfect for savory dishes or raw consumption.
4. Compact Plant Habit: Ideal for small gardens or container planting.
5. Disease Resistance: Demonstrates resistance to common squash diseases, ensuring healthy plants.

Specifications

• Type: Summer squash
• Seed Maturity: 50–55 days
• Plant Size: Bush-type, compact growth
• Fruit Size: 6–8 inches in length, cylindrical shape
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
• Harvest Time: Pick young fruits for best flavor and texture

Growing Tips

• Sow seeds directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
• Space plants 18–24 inches apart to allow for airflow and prevent disease.
• Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during growth.

Bring your garden to life with Zucchini 'Fordhook' seeds and enjoy a delicious, homegrown harvest all season long!