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Zucchini is a hypoallergenic, low-calorie vegetable that is rich in trace elements and vitamins. It is not surprising that zucchini has become a favorite crop for many summer residents and gardeners. In addition it is very simple and easy to care for them: the plant does not require complex processing, strict adherence to the bait and watering schemes - the zucchini grows almost by itself... Having planted just a couple of bushes on his site, a good owner will provide the whole family with healthy vegetables, because zucchini is also very fruitful.
About what varieties of zucchini exist, how the varieties of this culture differ, you can find out from this article. And besides, - get acquainted with the varieties of zucchini, with their photos and descriptions.
Classification of varieties
Like all vegetable crops, zucchini are divided into several subspecies according to the following characteristics:
- ripening terms (early, middle, late ripening);
- type of pollination (bee-pollinated or non-pollinated);
- the method of landing (in open or closed ground);
- origin (hybrids or varieties);
- intended use (for sale, canning, eating raw or in salads, for preparing caviar).
Each owner chooses the most suitable zucchini varieties for him, taking into account the characteristics of his site and plans for the future harvest.
Disembarkation methods
When choosing a variety of zucchini, first of all, it is necessary to think over the method of planting seeds. In the northern regions, it is better to prefer late-ripening types of zucchini, they are planted in the ground when the air temperature stabilizes and there is no threat of frost.
If you want to pamper yourself with early vegetables, you can plant zucchini in a greenhouse or greenhouse. For these purposes, select early ripening varieties of zucchini, which ripen quickly and give early harvests.
Zucchini are mainly planted with seeds - they germinate quickly and do not require special care. Lovers of early ripening vegetables can plant zucchini and seedlings.
"Chaklun"
Zucchini variety intended for outdoor cultivation. "Chaklun" is distinguished by long-term fruiting and early ripening - the first fruits appear already on the 45th day after planting the seeds in the ground.
Bushes grow small, compact. The plant is resistant to some fungal infections.
Young zucchini should weigh up to 0.5 kg and have a smooth light green skin. An increase in the size of the fruit and the appearance of ribs on its surface indicate that the vegetable is overripe and unsuitable for human consumption.
The flesh of the zucchini of this variety is tender, dense, with a "firm" zucchini aroma. Vegetables are suitable for salads and side dishes, as well as casseroles and canning. The fruits have good keeping quality, which allows them to be transported over long distances and sold.
"Karisma F1"
The hybrid variety has a high yield - about a dozen ripe fruits can be removed from each bush, new ovaries appear over a long period of time.
Bushes grow vigorous, with abundant foliage and strong shoots. The fruits themselves are cylindrical in shape and have a light green skin. The flesh of the zucchini is juicy, with a pleasant taste.
The variety "Karisma F1" is successfully used for cooking various dishes, as well as for canning and pickling.
Early ripening (45-47 days after planting the seeds), unpretentious care, increased resistance to cold and frost made the hybrid one of the best-selling. Zucchini perfectly tolerate transportation and storage, do not deform or rot.
"Skvorushka"
This variety belongs to the zucchini subspecies. The zucchini rind is dark in color and has a more delicate texture.
The first zucchini of this variety can be obtained already on the 55th day after planting the seeds. The fruits grow long, cylindrical. Their mass often reaches 700 grams, there are also kilogram squash "Skvorushka".
Bushes grow massive and climbing, have many ovaries. The variety bears fruit for a long time, gives high yields.
Zucchini have a tasty pulp, they make good caviar, salads, casseroles and other dishes. Like all zucchini, Skvorushka perfectly tolerates transportation and storage, keeping its presentation for a long time.
"Pharaoh"
This hybrid belongs to the most resistant varieties of zucchini - it perfectly tolerates low temperatures, low light, and prolonged drought. With such unpretentious care, "Pharaoh" gives one of the highest yields.
The first zucchini of this variety can be removed from the bush within 55 days after sowing the seeds. The fruits grow long, massive - their weight often reaches one kilogram. The skin color of the zucchini is dark green, close to black.
The plant bears fruit for a long time, which allows you to get bountiful harvests. The flesh of the squash is sweet and aromatic and is perfect for any kind of processing.
"Beloplodny"
This variety is best grown in a greenhouse or greenhouse - zucchini loves warmth and moisture. But in the southern regions, the Beloplodny zucchini can be planted in open ground.
The fruits ripen very early - already on the 36th day after sowing the seeds, young vegetables will begin to appear. Bushes grow compact, but have well-developed lateral lashes. The color of the fruits is white (as indicated by the name of the variety), the shape is pear-shaped. The mass of one zucchini of this variety ranges from 900-1000 grams.
The plant is hardened against most of the diseases and infections inherent in zucchini. Shrubs tolerate high humidity and attacks of insect pests. The yield of the variety is high, which, together with good keeping quality, makes it possible to grow Beloplodny not only for personal needs, but also for sale.
Ripening rate
Zucchini varieties are also divided according to the ripening rate. When buying seeds, you should not neglect such a factor as the ripening period of vegetables.
Early zucchini begin to bear fruit already on the 37th day after planting in the ground. These fruits are not distinguished by good keeping quality or high taste, but they provide consistently high yields, which are especially appreciated by those who sell fresh vegetables.
Mid-season varieties it is necessary to choose those who appreciate the taste characteristics of zucchini - the fruits have a rich taste, are suitable for preparing a variety of dishes and canning.
Late zucchini grown in northern regions, where summer comes late and does not last long. Such fruits are best stored if you put the zucchini in the cellar, they can last until spring.
Iskander F1
Zucchini belongs to the very early, it can be planted both in open ground and in greenhouses. To land on the site, you need to wait for the first warmth, cold nights and small frosts are not terrible for the plant.
For greenhouse cultivation, you can build a temporary greenhouse. For this, PVC pipes are used, they are bent and installed on the ground. These arcs are covered with agrofibre or dense film. Under cover, zucchini ripen earlier and bear fruit better.
The bushes of this variety are low and not spreading, and the fruits themselves are small.Their length can reach only 17 cm, but it is better to pluck zucchini, the length of which is about 12 cm. Young zucchini have a thin skin and tender pitted flesh.
The variety is excellent for growing for sale, vegetables lie for a long time and tolerate transportation well.
"Aral F1"
An early ripe hybrid gives its first fruits already on the 45th day after sowing the seeds. Great for outdoor cultivation, as it is not afraid of frost and heavy rain. The vegetable is also well adapted to greenhouse conditions - it does not suffer from root rot and does not become infected with mold, the most common ailments of greenhouse crops.
Zucchini grows small, spindle-shaped and pale green peel. If the crop is harvested at the wrong time, the zucchini shape will become pear-shaped, and the skin will become rough and dense.
Like all hybrids, "Aral F1" gives good yields.
"Cavili F1"
The parthenocarpic hybrid belongs to the early maturing, ripens quickly and gives abundant yields. Suitable for growing in greenhouses and outdoors, but requires special attention. Zucchini variety "Kavili F1" needs regular watering and good feeding, this is the only way to get high yields.
Young fruits have a very delicate pulp and thin skin, they are distinguished by an extraordinary taste and aroma. Fruits harvested at the wrong time are not inferior in all qualities to young zucchini - they retain both taste and tenderness. This allows less frequent harvesting, facilitates the care of vegetables.
The hybrid does not need insects for pollination, it is self-pollinating. The plant is rarely sick and is resistant to pests.
"Kuand"
One of the mid-season varieties is the Kuand marrow. It has an unusual appearance - a striped peel, colored with dark green and light green stripes.
The plant is very resistant - it tolerates drought, excessive moisture, cold weather or lack of sun. This variety is not afraid of pests and diseases - it has immunity to them.
The taste of this variety of zucchini is also excellent - it is suitable for salads and caviar.
The only caveat is the rapid overripening of the fruit. If the zucchini is picked at the wrong time, their rind will become too tough, and the flesh will be hard and tasteless.
Unusual varieties of zucchini
Zucchini are not always elongated and green color, there are also more exotic varieties... Some of them have an interesting shape, others have fancy colors, and still others have non-standard sizes. These "exotic" species are as edible as ordinary varieties, and sometimes surprise with their unusual taste and aroma.
"Spaghetti Raviolo"
Outwardly, this exotic variety is not very different from the usual zucchini - however, its shape is round, and the rind has a yellowish tint.
The bushes of this plant surprise with powerful growth and an abundance of foliage, many ovaries appear on them. With good care, the fruits grow up to 900 grams. At a young age, these zucchini practically do not differ from the usual varieties - they have the same pulp and aroma.
However, it is necessary to pick the fruit at the wrong time, as it becomes coarser, has a dense, hard peel. If you cut it, you can see an unusual pulp made up of long fibers.
Cooked zucchini pulp "Spaghetti Raviolo" looks like spaghetti, only it is much healthier than ordinary pasta. The fruits are perfectly stored, which allows you to prepare amazing dishes from them all year round.
Lagenaria Calabaza
Another unusual variety is Lagenaria Kalebasa zucchini. A very productive hybrid - up to 40 kg of fresh fruit can be harvested from one powerful and spreading bush. To get such a number of zucchini, the plant needs to be well looked after, watered and fertilized on time.
Young fruits have a delicate green hue, a thin skin and a pear-like shape. To taste, they are no different from other zucchini, they are perfectly cooked, canned and marinated.
However, as soon as the zucchini "Lagenaria Calebas" gets a little overripe, they become unsuitable for human consumption.But they are used to make decorative dishes and vases - an unusual shape and very hard walls contribute to the "longevity" and practicality of such vessels.
"Lagenaria ordinary"
This is probably the most amazing variety of zucchini. The bushes grow very large, have long lashes that need to be tied to a trellis or support. The fruits are elongated, their length can reach 170 cm, and their weight is 12 kg! This allows for crazy harvests.
You can eat only young zucchini varieties "Lagenaria ordinary", their maturity is checked with a fingernail - if the peel is easily pierced, you can still eat zucchini. Overripe fruits, as in the previous variety, are used in arts and crafts.
This variety has an unusual quality - zucchini can be cut directly from the garden, the cut area is covered with a crust, and the vegetable can grow further. The pulp of the fruit is delicious, it is used for a variety of purposes.
Which varieties are better
There are no best varieties of zucchini, there are the most suitable for certain conditions... If you need to surprise your guests, plant exotic zucchini with unusual fruits. When the result is important, productive hybrids are chosen. Parthenocarpic cultures that have been hardened from infectious diseases and rot are more suitable for a greenhouse.
Each variety of zucchini is good in its own way. The only thing that unites them is simplicity and early maturity.
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