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Haifa’s Finest Zucchini
50 days to harvest
Cucurbita pepo
Where do we begin? The flavor, the story, the abundance or the near spinelessness?
If you’re ready for the long story, dive in on our blog. If you don’t have time for it all, know this: We are so thankful for the countless generations of humans and plants co-evolving to lay the foundation for Fruition to collaborate with Norwich Meadows Farm (regional and organic!) and a land-grant university to co-create the most flavorful zucchini we’ve ever eaten. Imagine exceptional nuttiness with a creamy density that melts in your mouth — you won’t be tossing these in neighbor’s mailboxes, we suspect.
Organic Haifa’s Finest Zucchini
Planting Method: Direct Sow Recommended
To Direct Sow: After last frost, sow in rich soil, 2 seeds every 2 feet, thinning to one.
For Transplanting: Sow seeds indoors 3 weeks before last frost in peat pots or soil blocks to minimize root disturbance. Transplant after last frost.
Seed Depth: 1 inch Days to Germination: 5 at 80°F
Sun Needs: Full
Spacing (after thinning/transplanting): 2 feet
Days to Harvest: 50 Height: Bush
Harvest: When you grow your own squash, enjoy harvesting some pollen (aka “male”) flowers to eat stuffed or as fritters. Harvest squash frequently for maximum production.
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Ashley –
Early production which is lovely but even more impressive is the flavor. When grilled it almost has a “mushroomy” flavor! Absolutely delicious.
alexander.record (verified owner) –
Produced well, even in the drought. Contrary to the picture, they will grow quite large if you leave them (or miss them) for an extra day or two. Good flavor, with more mature zukes gaining a light seafood flavor.
kgilbert999 (verified owner) –
Wish I could post a pic. Haifa is still producing beautiful flowers and delicious fruit in mid-September! It has become my new favorite zucchini. This growing season was so hot and dry that my garden was not very productive. This one held its own very well.
Paul Doniger (verified owner) –
It’s mid October here in The Finger Lakes, but there are still a few fruit on the vine (albeit, they are smaller at this time of year than they were earlier). We started with three plants, but over time we lost two to the dreaded vine borer; nevertheless, we have harvested nearly 20lbs of these lovely and delicious Cousa squashes so far this season – definitely a favorite and will be forever in our gardens!
Chris –
Started flowering and fruiting 7 days after transplanting. I was worried the plant’s would be stunted, then boom! The plants doubled in size, they are small enough plants to keep in a container, I haven’t picked any of the fruits yet but there are so many fruits already. I planted 8 plants, they are very productive. I underestimated the productivity. I will be eating zucchini every day.