Diamant Hybride F1 Courgette

Early and productive variety, non-runner with an airy habit.
Of excellent taste quality, they are harvested young.
Its rapid growth and ease of maintenance make it the best variety for beginners!


Type of soil: Rich and light. Avoid excessive nitrogen amendment.
Sowing time: From April to June.
Harvest time: From August to October.
Site: Full sun.


Sowing technique:
- In April, sow 2 to 3 seeds in pods in a cold frame,
or
- In May/June, sow outdoor 2 to 3 seeds together 2 cm deep in rows 80 cm apart.
- Keep the strongest plant in each seed hole, six weeks after growth.


Care:
- Water infrequently but generously, avoid watering the leaves.
- Hoe regularly.
- Spread mulch to encourage the crop and keep away the weeds.
- Harvest when young, so the fruit keeps it mild artichoke flavour.