Zucchini, Courgette, Summer Squash 'Striata d'Italia'

Cucurbitapepo

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
pepo (PEP-oh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Downers Grove, Illinois

Jamestown, Ohio

Houston, Texas

Northfield, Vermont

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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M
Jamestown, OH | May 2011 | positive

Very prolific zucchini, seeming to grow overnight! Can become quite large; good flavor and texture with eye appeal as well - dark green ...Read More

M
Chicagoland, IL (Zone 5a) | September 2010 | positive

Prolific and tasty, even when larger.

T
Northfield, VT | November 2009 | positive

A strong grower and producer. Very flavorful when the fruits are small and as they get larger.

F
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2007 | neutral

Open pollinated "Striped Italian" better known in the US as Cocozelle.

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