Courgette Seeds

Courgette 'Black Beauty' Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

A garden favorite for generations, Courgette 'Black Beauty' is a classic variety that produces glossy, dark green fruits with tender flesh and a mild, rich flavor. Prolific and reliable, this courgette will keep producing throughout summer if harvested regularly. Perfect for grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and even baking, it’s a versatile addition to both the garden and the kitchen.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from April to May or directly outdoors after frost.

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position.

• Sow 2–3 seeds 2 cm deep in pots or stations, thinning to the strongest plant.

• Space plants 60–80 cm apart to allow room for growth.

• Keep soil moist and harvest regularly to encourage continuous cropping.

Key Features

• Classic, reliable courgette variety

• Glossy dark green fruits with tender flesh

• Heavy cropper throughout summer

• Excellent flavor for cooking or eating fresh

• Easy to grow and very productive

Ideal For

• Home gardeners and allotments

• Fresh summer cooking and preserving

• Raised beds, kitchen gardens, and larger pots

• Garden-to-table recipes all season long

Sowing

• Best time: April to June

• Depth: 2 cm

• Spacing: 60–80 cm between plants

• Position: Sunny, fertile soil

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• Pick courgettes while young (10–15 cm long) for the best flavor and to keep plants producing abundantly.

Courgette 'Goldena' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

The Courgette 'Goldena' is a vibrant golden-yellow zucchini variety that adds both beauty and productivity to the garden. Its smooth, glossy fruits have a delicate, sweet flavor and tender texture, making them perfect for grilling, roasting, stir-fries, or slicing into fresh summer salads.

This vigorous and high-yielding plant produces abundantly throughout the summer, offering a continuous harvest of attractive golden courgettes. Compact and easy to grow, it thrives in beds, borders, or large containers.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: April – May in pots

• Sow outdoors: Late May – June after last frost

• Spacing: 60–90 cm apart

• Soil: Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained

• Position: Full sun

• Care: Water regularly and harvest fruits young for best taste and productivity

Key Features

• Striking golden-yellow courgette variety

• Sweet, tender flavor ideal for cooking or salads

• High-yielding and continuous summer harvest

• Compact plants suitable for gardens or containers

• Easy to grow and highly ornamental

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April – June

• Harvest: July – September

Courgette 'Astra Polka' Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Add a splash of color to your vegetable patch with Courgette 'Astra Polka', a prolific and compact variety producing golden-yellow fruits. This reliable courgette has a mild, sweet flavor and tender flesh, making it perfect for grilling, stir-fries, or summer salads. Its vibrant fruits stand out both in the garden and the kitchen.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in April–May or directly outdoors after frost.

• Use rich, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Sow 2–3 seeds 2 cm deep in pots or stations.

• Thin to one strong plant per station, spacing 60–80 cm apart.

• Harvest young fruits regularly to encourage continuous production.

Key Features

• Compact, high-yielding variety

• Attractive golden-yellow courgettes

• Mild, sweet flavor with tender texture

• Perfect for grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and salads

• Heavy and reliable cropper all season

Ideal For

• Home gardeners with limited space

• Garden-to-table cooking

• Summer dishes and fresh eating

• Adding color to both plate and harvest basket

Sowing

• Best time: April to June

• Depth: 2 cm

• Spacing: 60–80 cm between plants

• Position: Full sun, fertile soil

• Harvest: From July onwards

Quick Tip

• Pick fruits when small (10–15 cm) for the best flavor and to keep plants producing abundantly.

Courgette 'Tapir' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

The Courgette 'Tapir' is a reliable, high-yielding variety that produces glossy, dark green fruits with excellent flavor and texture. Its uniform shape and smooth skin make it an ideal choice for home gardens and allotments. A vigorous and productive plant, it ensures a steady supply of fresh courgettes throughout the summer.

Best harvested young for tender flesh and mild taste, 'Tapir' courgettes are versatile in the kitchen – perfect for grilling, stir-fries, baking, or slicing into salads.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: April – May in pots or seed trays

• Sow outdoors: Late May – June after frost has passed

• Spacing: 60–90 cm apart

• Soil: Rich, well-drained, moisture-retentive soil

• Position: Full sun

• Care: Water regularly and pick fruits frequently to encourage further cropping

Key Features

• Glossy, dark green courgettes with tender texture

• High-yielding and uniform fruiting variety

• Versatile in the kitchen – use fresh, cooked, or baked

• Vigorous and reliable cropper throughout summer

• Easy to grow in beds, borders, or large containers

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April – June

• Harvest: July – September

Italian Courgette 'Genovese' – Seeds (Zucchini Long Pale Green)

Italian Courgette 'Genovese' is a classic zucchini variety producing long, pale green fruits with tender flesh and a mild, delicate flavor. Ideal for grilling, steaming, roasting, or sautés, this high-yielding summer squash thrives in sunny gardens and produces a continuous harvest throughout the season. Perfect for fresh cooking and adding color and taste to your meals.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from March to April or directly outdoors from April to June.

• Plant 2–3 seeds per hole, 2–3 cm deep, thinning to the strongest seedling.

• Space plants 60–90 cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun.

• Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.

• Harvest fruits when young and tender for the best flavor.

Key Features

• Long, pale green summer zucchini

• Tender flesh with mild, delicate flavor

• High-yielding and continuous harvest

• Versatile for grilling, roasting, steaming, and sautés

• Easy to grow in gardens, raised beds, and containers

Ideal For

• Summer vegetable gardens and home allotments

• Fresh cooking: sautéing, grilling, roasting, and steaming

• Gardeners seeking prolific and reliable zucchini varieties

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March to June

• Spacing: 60–90 cm

• Harvest: June to September

Quick Tip

• Pick zucchinis when 15–20 cm long for the best flavor and texture; regular harvesting encourages continued production.

Courgette 'Stiato d'Italia' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Add authentic Italian flavor to your garden with Courgette 'Stiato d'Italia', an heirloom variety renowned for its striped green fruits and tender, sweet flesh. Perfect for summer harvests, these elegant courgettes are ideal for grilling, roasting, stuffing, or fresh salads. Prolific and easy to grow, 'Stiato d'Italia' combines visual appeal with gourmet taste.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors: March – May, 1–2 cm deep in pots
. Transplant outdoors: After last frost, spacing 70–90 cm apart
. Sow outdoors: May – June in fertile, well-drained soil
. Prefers full sun and regular watering
. Harvest fruits 15–20 cm long for the best flavor and texture

Key Features

. Italian heirloom zucchini with striking striped green skin
. Tender, mild-flavored flesh for versatile cooking
. Prolific and early-bearing variety
. Perfect for grilling, roasting, stuffing, or salads
. Decorative, uniform fruits ideal for home gardens

Ideal For

. Fresh summer cooking and Italian dishes
. Gardeners seeking unique and attractive courgettes
. Small vegetable beds, allotments, or containers
. Gourmet recipes including stuffed or roasted zucchini

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: March – June
. Harvest: June – September

Quick Tip

Harvest regularly when fruits are young and slender to encourage continuous production throughout the season.

Courgette 'Bolognese' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Bring the taste of Italy to your garden with Courgette 'Bolognese', a prolific heirloom variety prized for its slender, dark green fruits and tender, flavorful flesh. Perfect for summer kitchens, these versatile courgettes are ideal for sautéing, grilling, stuffing, and fresh salads. Easy to grow and highly productive, 'Bolognese' is a favorite among gardeners seeking reliable yields and gourmet flavor.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors: March – May, 1–2 cm deep in pots
. Transplant outdoors: After last frost, spacing 70–90 cm apart
. Sow outdoors: May – June in fertile, well-drained soil
. Prefers full sun with regular watering
. Harvest: 15–20 cm long for the best texture and flavor

Key Features

. Italian heirloom zucchini with dark green skin
. Tender, mild-flavored flesh suitable for a variety of dishes
. High-yielding and early-producing variety
. Ideal for sautéing, grilling, stuffing, or salads
. Compact plant suitable for home gardens

Ideal For

. Fresh summer cooking and Italian cuisine
. Home gardeners seeking reliable yields
. Gourmet dishes including stuffed or roasted courgettes
. Small vegetable beds or allotments

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: March – June
. Harvest: June – September

Quick Tip

Pick courgettes when young and slender to ensure the most tender flesh and to encourage continued fruiting.

Courgette 'Lungo Blanco' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Courgette 'Lungo Blanco' is a striking variety of zucchini that produces elegant, elongated fruits with a pale, creamy-white skin. Its tender flesh is mild and sweet, making it ideal for grilling, sautéing, roasting, or enjoying fresh in salads. This highly productive plant yields continuously through summer and is perfect for both home gardens and allotments.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from March to April in pots, or outdoors after the last frost from May to June.

• Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep.

• Transplant or thin seedlings to 60 cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil.

• Provide full sun and regular watering for best yields.

• Harvest fruits young for the best flavor and tenderness.

Key Features

• Unique pale white, elongated zucchini fruits

• Sweet, mild flavor with tender flesh

• Continuous harvest throughout summer

• Easy to grow and high-yielding

• Excellent for grilling, roasting, stir-fries, or raw dishes

Ideal For

• Home gardens and allotments

• Mediterranean and summer cooking

• Gardeners seeking a unique zucchini variety

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – June

• Spacing: 60 cm

• Harvest: June – September

Quick Tip

• Pick fruits regularly when 15–20 cm long to encourage further production and prevent plants from becoming exhausted.