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Dark Star Zucchini Seedlings

Cucurbita pepo

Certified Organic

Slender, ribbed, uniform zucchini.

What are Dark Stars made of? In this case, Ravens, Black Eels, and Black Beauty. Farmers Bill Reynolds and Donna Ferguson were on the search for open-habit, drought tolerance, and good flavor in their zucchinis. Their search turned into a participatory breeding project with Organic Seed Alliance. By crossing the hybrid Raven with the old-standard Black Beauty zucchinis, they created Black Eel. Years of further improvement led to Dark Star, and exceptional variety that is ready to go supernova!

Dark Star Zucchini was bred for uniformity, drought resistance, and yield. We love the open bush habit of the plants, making fruit easy to spot at the perfect harvest stage. Its slender, dark green look; subtly sweet, tender taste; and prolific nature make it irresistible in nearly every summer meal. 

 

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Single seedling in 4" pot $4.69 Out of Stock

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Growing instructions
Start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors after last frost. Sow 2-3 more times at monthly intervals for fruit all season. Zucchini tolerates moderate soil fertility and dry conditions. Plants grow to 3' high and 3' across. Harvest fruits often at young stage for best eating and highest yields.
Product Details
Days to Maturity 60 days
Days to Germination 5-10 days
Width at Maturity 36"
Height at Maturiry 36"
Sun Conditions Full Sun
Planting Depth 1"
Row Spacing 36"
Plant Spacing 24"
About the artist
Artwork by Eric Losh. Working with acrylic paints and watercolor, Eric interpreted this variety by creating a night sky with constellations of the plant's forebearers. The watchful terrestrial eyes suggest the keen observation it takes to be a seed steward.

    Dark Star Zucchini Seedlings
    Dark Star Zucchini Seedlings
    Dark Star Zucchini Seedlings
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