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Courgette - Black Beauty Dark Fog - 5 seeds

Courgette - Black Beauty Dark Fog - 5 seeds

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Courgette Black Beauty Dark Fog is a type of zucchini that is prized for its dark green, glossy fruits and high productivity. This variety of courgette grows on a compact, bushy plant that typically reaches about 2-3 feet tall and wide. The fruits themselves are cylindrical and can grow up to 8 inches long, with a smooth skin and firm flesh. Courgette Black Beauty is known for its tender and flavourful flesh, which makes it a popular choice for a variety of dishes. This plant is relatively easy to grow and thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. It is a prolific producer, often yielding multiple fruits per plant throughout the growing season.

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Courgette Black Beauty Dark Fog

Indoor Sowing:

  • Sow seeds indoors from mid-April to late May.
  • Fill a seed tray or pots with seed compost and firm down.
  • Sow the seeds 1cm deep and cover with compost.
  • Water gently and keep the soil moist.
  • Place the tray or pots in a propagator or cover with a clear plastic bag.
  • Keep the temperature around 20°C until germination, which usually takes 7-10 days.
  • Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, transplant them to individual 9cm pots.
  • Grow on in a greenhouse or on a sunny windowsill until the plants are large enough to be planted outside, usually in late May or early June.

Outdoor Sowing:

  • Sow seeds directly outside from mid-May to late June.
  • Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil.
  • Prepare the soil by digging in organic matter and raking it level.
  • Sow the seeds 2cm deep and cover with soil.
  • Water gently and keep the soil moist.
  • Thin the seedlings to one per station once they are large enough to handle.
  • Protect young plants from slugs and snails.

Growing:

  • Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil.
  • Prepare the soil by digging in organic matter and raking it level.
  • Plant the courgette seedlings outside once they are 10-15cm tall and have developed several true leaves.
  • Space the plants 60cm apart in all directions.
  • Water the plants regularly, especially during dry spells.
  • Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.
  • Harvest the courgettes when they are 10-15cm long for the best flavor and texture.