Courgette - Black Beauty - 5 seeds

Courgette Black Beauty

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.