The courgette (Cucurbita pepo) is an annual vegetable of the Cucurbitaceae family, grown for its young, tender and tasty fruit.
The courgette (Cucurbita pepo) is an annual vegetable of the Cucurbitaceae family, grown for its young, tender and tasty fruit. It forms compact bushes with large, edible yellow flowers and produces elongated green or white fruit, harvested before maturity. Its fine flesh and delicate flavour make it suitable for stews, pies, grilling, stuffing or frying. The plant is productive, loves warmth and sun, and needs fertile soil and regular watering. It is one of the most appreciated summer vegetables, easy to grow and generously productive.
| Exposure | Soare |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Anual |
| Seed type | Standard |
| Difficulty | Ușor |
| Water needs | Ridicat |
| Colour | Verde |
| Placement | Exterior |
