🌿 Overview
A reliable and productive summer vegetable, courgettes are one of the easiest crops to grow — and often one of the most abundant!
A single plant can produce a steady supply of fruits through the summer months, making them a staple for many allotments and kitchen gardens.
🌱 Sowing Info
Sow indoors: April → early May
Sow outdoors: Late May → June
Germination: 7–10 days
Depth: ~2–3 cm
👉 Sow on edge to reduce risk of rot
🌿 Growing Notes
- Needs warmth and full sun
- Plant out after last frost (late May / early June)
- Space well — plants spread widely
- Water regularly, especially in dry weather
- Harvest frequently to keep plants productive
🍽️ From Plot to Pot
- Best picked young and tender
- Great for grilling, roasting, soups and baking
- Flowers are also edible 🌼
🔗 Related
👉 See: Courgettes Growing Too Fast? Early Season Tips
👉 Recipes using courgette (link to Pot section when available)