Genovese Zucchini is an heirloom, open-pollinated Italian traditional summer squash variety, highly valued by home gardeners and chefs for its excellent fruit quality and distinctive flavor. It produces light green fruits with dark green longitudinal stripes and a uniform cylindrical shape. The fruits have thin skin, tender flesh, excellent texture, and a rich, delicious flavor.
This variety grows as strong, productive plants and produces a large number of uniform fruits throughout the season. The ideal harvest size is approximately 15–20 cm in length, when the fruits are at their best in terms of tenderness and flavor. The fruits can be harvested young for a more delicate texture or allowed to grow larger when needed. Harvesting usually begins 50–60 days after sowing, with continued production when fruits are picked regularly.
Genovese Zucchini is well suited for cultivation in the Gulf countries from October to November, and it can also be grown again during February, which are the most suitable periods for summer squash production in the region. Seeds can be sown directly in the soil or started in seed trays before transplanting. Seeds usually germinate within 7–10 days when provided with suitable warmth and moisture.
This variety prefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, along with regular watering to support strong growth and continuous production. It requires a sunny location receiving 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily, with enough space around the plants to allow proper leaf growth and spreading. Genovese Zucchini is an excellent choice for gardeners and growers looking for a traditional Italian heirloom zucchini variety with beautiful fruits, outstanding flavor, and good productivity for a wide range of culinary uses.
15seeds in packet
