Courgette Atena Polka

Additional Details

When to Sow Atena Polka Courgette Seeds

April to may indoors mid-May to June outdoors

Where to Sow

Sow seed on edge 1.5cm (1/2") deep to prevent rotting in pots or trays during April to May 2.5cm (1") apart under glass at 20°C (68°F) using good quality seed sowing compost. Sow outdoors mid-May to June direct into growing site 1.5cm (1/2") deep 2 to 3 seeds in each position 60cm (24") apart.

What to do Next

Courgettes which have been grown in a greenhouse should be gradually hardened off in late May to early June once they have developed the first pair of rough leaves, and transplanted to the growing site at 60cm (24") apart. Outdoor sowings should be thinned out to one plant per station.

Harvest

July to October when fruits are approximately 10-15cm (4-6") long.

Handy Tip

Silvery blotches on the leaves of F1 hybrid plants is not a sign of disease but the natural leaf colouring.

Nutritional Values

Excellent source of vitamins A, C and E