The best varieties of zucchini and zucchini 2022 for open ground

Zucchini has been and remains one of the most popular vegetable crops that does not require special attention. Unpretentious fruits, they easily get along in regions with both hot or temperate and cold climates, thanks to the many years of work of breeders who develop new varieties and strengthen old ones. Today, agricultural companies offer the best varieties of zucchini for open ground 2022, which are varieties that differ in taste, aroma, shape, weight and even color. Gardeners can choose any seeds they like, belonging to the category of classic vegetables or hybrids.

If you believe the reviews left by gardeners on city forums, we can conclude that more and more people gardening are choosing hybrid seeds for planting. The increased interest in artificially bred zucchini is due to increased immunity to diseases and pests, accelerated growth and a slightly larger than average size.

How to choose the right variety?

Regardless of the choice, the harvested crop will bring maximum benefits to the body and a minimum of calories. Due to the content of 20 to 30 kcal per 100 g of product, the product is allowed to be consumed during a diet not only in steamed and fried form, as a separate dish, but also as one of the ingredients for preparing stews, vegetable salads, smoothies and fresh juices.

Each zucchini contains vitamins, macro- and microelements in its pulp. The fruits are especially enriched with: carotenoids, moderate sugar content (no more than 5% per 100 g), ascorbic acid, silicon, rubidium and vanadium. Moderate consumption of vegetables in the human diet can slow down the aging process, improve the condition of blood vessels, stabilize hormonal levels, and even have a beneficial effect on a person’s emotional (mental health).

When choosing a variety, you don’t need to worry that the variety will bring minimal benefits. Any zucchini contains an almost identical amount of usefulness, from vitamins to minerals. It is more correct to decide on a garden crop, focusing solely on the weather of the region, soil characteristics, the presence or presence of a greenhouse on the site. Each factor is directly related to the beauty, weight and taste of the crop.

The most productive varieties of zucchini

Productivity is an important indicator when growing any fruit-bearing crop. Among squash, there are especially productive varieties.

Belukha

The variety was bred in Altai. Small bushes bear fruit already on the 40th day after the seeds hatch. Has high immunity. At a temperature of +13 degrees, it enters a state of rest, although development continues to proceed at its own pace. When the temperature rises to +18, ovaries form rapidly. The yield is 11 kg per 1 m2 during the entire fruiting period. It lasts approximately 2.5 months.

Ardendo 174 F1

Differs in increased requirements for the watering procedure. The fruits appear early with proper care. You need to have time to collect them on time, because overexposure leads to loss of taste properties and you have to give such a harvest to animals for feed. Young, timely harvested zucchini is tasty, with a characteristic crunch.

Zucchini "Chaclun"

The plant has high fertility. The fruits of this variety must be collected in time, weighing half a kilogram. The overgrowths look like pears, taking on an elongated shape. Ribbing forms on the surface of the peel. It has good protective properties that protect it from diseases characteristic of the culture.

Karam

The variety is characterized by slight branching, so it easily fits on a plot measuring 80 cm2. The first zucchini is removed on the 35th day. The peel color is soft green and white. The weight of an adult fetus reaches 550 grams. From 1 m2 you get approximately 11 kg.

On a note:

Karam zucchini is propagated and grown through seedlings, removing old leaves in a timely manner.

Zucchini variety "Nut"

Zucchini bears fruit 90 days after planting. He loves warmth and heat is a joy for him. It also tolerates rain well and is resistant to rot. The weight of a ripe fruit varies from 3 to 5 kg. One bush brings up to 8 kg of ripe fruits. The landing site must be well lit by the sun.

The most productive varieties of zucchini include Sukha F1, Tsukesha, Zheltoplodny, and Mavr.

To obtain the maximum possible yield, you need to properly care for the crop.

Regular zucchini or zucchini

Considering the best varieties of zucchini 2022 for open ground, many gardeners are wondering which variety is better to choose, regular or zucchini. It can be difficult even for agronomists to answer the “task”, let alone amateur summer residents...

The choice depends solely on the desire and shelf life of the harvested crop. Zucchini - practically no different in taste from the classic varieties, but at the same time they are stored much worse. Traditional ones are more acceptable for long-term storage. They can easily withstand short-term frosts and are suitable for preparing for the winter. Many housewives choose them for preparing stews or squash caviar.

There is no difference in taste and aroma between zucchini and zucchini. It’s not for nothing that they were united into a single group in the Russian State Register.

For gardeners who decide to grow only large varieties, it is not recommended to choose zucchini. Their size is several times smaller than that of ordinary varieties. You just need to look at the “Russian Size” or “Gribovskie” variety to see the visual difference.

If a gardener can’t decide what to plant, perhaps an alternative solution would be to plant the unusual “wryneck” fruit. Kruknek belongs to the squash family. However, in comparison with them, it has a curved yellow shape, covered with growths resembling warts.

Among the varieties relevant for 2022, we can highlight:

• Scrooge;
• Giraffe F1;
• Golden comb;
• Swan geese.

Distinctive features of zucchini depending on the variety:

• size (may vary smaller or larger);
• shape (often there are three types: oval, cylindrical and round);
• the color of the peel and its thinness (from the lightest tones to rich, conspicuous ones);
• color and density of the pulp (may vary depending on the variety);
• taste (from delicate to neutral, suitable for winter preparations);
• the volume of seeds and their softness (from thin and barely noticeable to coarse).

Bush zucchini - the best varieties

The form of zucchini in the form of small bushes is an excellent choice for modest summer cottages. They fit on just a couple of square meters and are able to provide an average family of 3 to 4 people with ripe fruits for the whole summer.

This variety comes in early and late ripening, Russian or foreign (Dutch) selection.

Growing bush zucchini in the garden - video

Zucchini "Aral F1"

The small bush was obtained artificially. Ripens early: already on the 45th day the fruits are ready for harvest. The hybrid feels great in any weather, and, what is especially important, the harvest does not suffer. Overgrown fruits are pear-shaped.

Sadko F1

An early ripening variety of zucchini. It is harvested 1.5 months after the sprouts appear. The fruit has a smooth white surface. A small ribbing can be seen near the stalk. The pulp is tender and juicy. It has a sweet taste. About 1.8 kg of zucchini is harvested from 1 m2, provided there is sufficient watering.

Photo of zucchini variety Sadko F1

Zucchini "Dinar F1"

Another early-ripening squash variety. Ripe fruits are harvested on the 42nd day after the seeds “hatch” and sprouts appear. The shape of the fruit is elongated. The skin is thin and smooth. The stalk has ribs. It has firm flesh and a sweet aftertaste.

Zucchini variety "Quand"

Kuand zucchini is distinguished by alternating dark and light stripes, forming a unique pattern on the fruit. This is a mid-season variety of zucchini. The first fruits are formed on the 57th day after the appearance of the first shoots. The skin of young zucchini is tender and thin, but as it matures it noticeably becomes coarser. The plant is weather resistant.

Golden

Rich yellow zucchini attracts attention because the color for this vegetable is truly unusual. Its pulp is so soft that it is suitable even for baby food (from the age of 7 months). Small bush with mostly female flowers. One zucchini weighs from 200 to 400 grams. It is perfectly stored in suitable conditions (up to 60 days).

On a note:

for permanent cultivation, preference is given to resistant varieties, which are distinguished by large bushes with large leaves. These varieties tolerate temperature changes well.

Bush structure

In 2022, when choosing the best varieties of zucchini for open ground, gardeners must take into account the volume and maximum height of the bush in order to know exactly where to plant the seedlings.

• No. 1 - for greenhouses

Long and wide bushes are exclusively of old varieties or, as they are also called, classic ones. In order for climbing zucchini to feel comfortable and produce ovaries, it is recommended to grow such varieties only in greenhouses, not forgetting to pinch and tie up the seedlings.

Although the amount of work with branched varieties increases, it allows for maximum harvest.

• No. 2 - for open ground and barrels

Bush-type squashes take root perfectly in the garden and in a deep barrel with recycled fertilizer. They do not differ in fruits from those grown in greenhouses and hotbeds, but have a compact bush size that does not require staking.

Most varieties are small bushes, slightly climbing, the length of which can vary from 25 to 40 cm.

Harvest and storage

It takes 40-57 days to care for and grow zucchini. There are several simple ways to determine the ripeness of pumpkins:

• the fruits are evenly colored and have a length characteristic of the variety;
• when tapping, a dull sound is heard;
• the bark is dense.

Advice. Lovers of fresh salads should not wait long for ripening. It is better to collect fruits measuring 12-15 cm.

Pumpkins are cut from the bushes with a knife; if you unscrew them with your hands, you can damage the plant. Vegetables for current use are stored in the refrigerator. If you leave a long stem, they will last longer. Usually the product is not stored longer than two weeks, it becomes soft and rots.

After growing and harvesting, the problem arises of how to preserve the crop. Not all types of zucchini are suitable for long-term storage. Vegetables should have thick skin and small seeds. Yellow fruits and zucchini are the best. Pumpkins must be ripe. Technical maturity is recommended for cooking only.

Information: If you create optimal storage conditions, you can count on fresh zucchini for 5 months.

Vegetables are stored in various ways:

• put in boxes, sprinkled with straw or sawdust so that the zucchini does not touch each other;
• placed in mesh bags.

You must choose a dry, dark and cool place. For fresh storage in winter, the following varieties are used: “Golden House”, “Festival”, “Aeronaut”, “Golden Cup”, “Arlica f1”. Dry, clean pumpkins are laid without damaging the skin. Any defect leads to the development of rot. The fruit itself spoils and infects the rest of the zucchini.

• “Festival” is a hybrid with an unusual peel color. The fruits are round, 10-15 cm in diameter, and resemble a pumpkin in appearance. Zucchini ripens in August. Due to their variegated color - alternating stripes of orange, white, black, vegetables are used as room decoration. Beneath the dense bark is tender, sweet orange flesh. Pumpkins last until January.
• "Arlica F1" is a compact bush with cylindrical fruits. The color is green, the surface is slightly ribbed. The length of pumpkins is up to 17 cm. The hybrid ripens in 40-42 days and produces a bountiful harvest. Can be grown in a greenhouse and in open ground.

Experienced gardeners recommend the best types and varieties of zucchini:

• “Black Prince” is a bush zucchini that ripens very early, in 35-40 days. The fruits are cylindrical in shape, the skin is dark green, glossy. The pulp is beige, juicy and tender, can be used fresh. The culture is resistant to rot and powdery mildew.
• “Mountain” is one of the most popular developments in domestic selection. The bush is weakly branched, the fruits are matte and milky in color. The bark is elastic, matte. The pulp is dense with a rich taste. The fruits are recommended for preparing caviar and pickling. Technical maturity occurs 40-45 days after planting in the ground. The leaves are green, strongly dissected, long petioles. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew. It is not fussy to care for and produces crops in a little shade.
• “Tender marshmallow” is an unusual two-colored vegetable with unusually sweet pulp. The shape is elongated, curved, the green area located at the end is thicker than the rest. The crop is early ripening; during the growing season you can harvest up to 8 kg of zucchini. The flowers are self-pollinating. Yellow-green fruits are used not only for culinary purposes, but also for interior decoration. The harvest is harvested during the period of milky ripeness, 10-15 cm long. It is not suitable for long-term storage, it begins to deteriorate.
• "Parthenon" is a parthenocarpic hybrid with smooth, dark green fruits. Its yield does not depend on adverse weather conditions that interfere with the flight of pollinating insects. The peel is thin, glossy. The shape of the pumpkins is straight, without bends. The pulp has a pleasant taste. The culture is not afraid of powdery mildew. Vegetables do not lose freshness for a long period of time and tolerate transportation well. For storage it is better to use a dry cellar.

Climatic features

In order for the plant to take root and please the gardener with a noble harvest, when choosing seeds you should learn in detail about the temperature recommended for planting in open ground. For example, if the garden is located in the southern part (Krasnodar Territory or Crimea), you can consider any seeds that are immune to burning in the open sun. For Siberia and the Urals, it is more correct to choose one of the options for hybrid seeds, which allow you to grow zucchini at an accelerated pace, without waiting for the temperature to drop. In the Leningrad region and for central Russia, breeders advise choosing any varieties of zucchini and zucchini that are adapted to sudden changes in weather.

If you don’t have a garden plot, but you want to start growing eggplants at home on the balcony, you should choose miniature or dwarf varieties. A good solution would be: Golden F1 (a hybrid that requires garter) or Patio Star F1 (small size).

Early varieties of zucchini

The category of early ripening zucchini includes varieties and hybrids that ripen in the interval from 35 to 50 days after germination. Most often they are cultivated in the central zone, in the territories of Siberia and the Urals.

Zucchini "Negritenok"

Ripens on the 38th day, as soon as the first shoots appear. Zucchini has the shape of a regular cylinder and is colored dark green. Productivity is high. The variety is especially resistant to one of the common plant diseases - powdery mildew.

White

Ripens in the interval of 35 – 40 days. Gives a good harvest. Vegetable growers like it because it is easy to care for. The fruits are medium-sized, oval-shaped. Color – white. The weight of zucchini varies from 0.6 g to 1 kg. The pulp is soft beige and juicy. Suitable for baby food and canning.

Zucchini "Waterfall"

The variety is capable of having a long period of fruit formation. So, in a couple of months, the maximum yield from one bush is 7 kg. The first harvest is harvested on the 42nd day.

The peel is painted in the “classic” green color for a vegetable, without stripes. For a good growing season you need to add minerals. Has good immunity to diseases caused by bacterial infection.

White ultra early ripening

The white-fruited variety of zucchini is one of the earliest, because the fruits ripen in almost a month. It is distinguished by its white skin and very juicy pulp, with a rich taste. Various dishes are prepared from zucchini and canned, among other things. Excellent storage.

Moor

For the central zone, this is perhaps one of the most productive varieties of zucchini. The fruits are large, weighing from 1 to 1.2 kg. The peel is green. Harvest 40 - 45 days after planting. The ovaries form within 3 months. With proper care, compliance with all planting rules and site selection, they can remove up to 20 kg per 1 m2 per season.

Early ripening varieties of zucchini are unpretentious in care and produce a constant harvest.

Traditional or hybrid varieties

The best varieties of zucchini seeds for open ground include not only hybrids, but also classic varieties, distinguished by their unpretentiousness and the ability to germinate new seedlings from seeds collected from an already fruit-bearing crop. The choice of a particular variety depends solely on the preferences of the gardener, the time spent in the garden and the funds needed to purchase seeds, a greenhouse for germination and fertilizers.

If desired, the gardener can cross traditional zucchini with pumpkin or squash, resulting in intervarietal cross-pollination.

Zucchini varieties suitable for growing in the Leningrad region

Foreign hybrids, including Dutch varieties of zucchini, are suitable for open ground in the Leningrad region.

How to get an early zucchini harvest! Leningrad region. - video

Iskander

The Dutchman quickly adapts to new conditions. It has an increased yield of up to 17 kg per bush during one season. Has good immunity against many diseases. The ripening time depends on the temperature:
the higher it is, the faster the fruit formation occurs. On average, zucchini ripens on the 40th day. Weight up to 700 grams.

Tsukesha

Medium ripening variety. It has become widespread due to its resistance to low temperatures. The color of the fruit is dark with black specks. An adult fetus weighs 1 kg. Productivity – 12 kg per bush. Shelf life up to 4 months.

Tivoli

Belongs to zucchini. Grow using seeds. The fruits are formed on the 45th day. The best taste is characteristic of fruits weighing up to 1.3 kg. In suitable conditions, properly selected soil brings a harvest of 7 kg per 1 m2. Prefers loamy soil.

Zucchini varieties for the northwest are united by the ability to quickly adapt to changing environmental conditions, high yields and good immunity.

What can you cook from zucchini?

Zucchini and zucchini are widely used in cooking for preparing all kinds of dishes and preparations. Having grown many varieties of squash in the garden, deciding on their use will not be difficult. Alternatively, you can try adding the product to the following dishes:

• vegetable salads;
• fresh juices and juices;
• squash caviar or stew for the winter;
• jam or compote;
• baking;
• stews and vegetable casseroles;
• vegetable barbecue;
• as a separate dish for frying or steaming.

By choosing such varieties as: “Casserole”, “Ball”, “Rondini”, “Boatswain F1”, “Hospitable Mother-in-Law F1”, “Kolobok F1” and “Appetizing Pot”, the cook can not invent dishes, but simply serve the product in baked. Some manage to stuff round varieties of eggplant with vegetables and even meat, baking them in the oven at 160 degrees.

Round zucchini - popular varieties

For those who love everything new and unusual, we can recommend growing round zucchini. They are similar in appearance to pumpkin, but taste like zucchini. Planted in open ground.

Ball

Ripens early. It got its name due to its spherical shape. The fruits are compact, no more than 500 g. The peel is greenish and the inside is white. For preparation, you should use young fruits, the weight of which is about 130 - 150 g. They are convenient to preserve and also stuff to your liking.

Zucchini "Orange F1"

Yellow-fruited variety. The zucchini is small. The weight of the fruit is only 300 grams. The spherical shape and rich orange color prompted the creators to give it a “citrus” name. Good for marinating and for preparing various dishes.

F1 Festival

This variety is distinguished by heavier fruits. The weight of one copy is 0.6 kg. Zucchini has an unusual appearance:
on the peel there is an interesting alternation of stripes of several colors: black, green, yellow and white. Similar in appearance to a pumpkin.

Pear-shaped

Included in the “yellow varieties” category. This variety of zucchini cannot be called round in the full sense, since it has an elongated shape. It gives it a resemblance to a pear. However, pumpkins also come in oblong shapes, so they generally fit into this category. The skin is golden yellow, the flesh is light yellow. The taste is juicy and soft.

Round varieties are used not only for food. They are a decoration for any garden. They are also used in interior design.

Freezing and drying fruits

Due to the high starch content and watery pulp, it is almost impossible to dry the vegetable. That is why, for long-term storage, housewives choose the second method - freezing in the freezer. For long-term preservation, it is best to choose varieties developed in Russia. As an option: “Snezhnogorsk F1” (hybrid), “Pippi” and “Russian delicacy”.

Self-pollinating or parthenocarpic squash varieties

These varieties do not require pollination. They grow well in closed ground conditions and the first fruits can be obtained in late spring - early summer. When there is additional heating in the greenhouse, parthenocarpic varieties of zucchini are harvested even earlier.

Suha F1

This is a hybrid that bears fruit approximately 35 days after germination. Sukha zucchini is grown both in open ground and in greenhouses. Weight – 0.7 kg. Elongated shape.

The color is soft green. The plant requires systematic watering, weeding, fertilizing and loosening the soil. The yield is 13 kg per 1 m2.

Zucchini "Sangrum F1"

Ripens 1.5 months after the sprouts appear. The bushes are compact, which allows you to fit 4 of them per 1 m2. Fruiting is collective. Light green peel. The shape is cylindrical. The fruits are not juicy, as they contain a large amount of dry matter. The fruits can be classified as “mini zucchini”. Weight is 300 – 350 g. Suitable for use as food without heat treatment. Productivity up to 5 kg per 1 m2.

Atena Polka F1

A compact variety of mid-ripening zucchini. The fruits are harvested on the 50th day after germination. Up to 4 plants can fit on 1 m2 of land. Zucchini is a rich orange color. They have excellent taste.

The pulp is creamy, tender and sweet. The variety is suitable for a raw food diet, as well as for preparing almost any culinary dishes. Productivity up to 11 kg per 1 m2.

Medusa F1

A hybrid of an unusual shape, reminiscent of a jellyfish. This is an early variety of zucchini. The fruits are club-shaped, with a smooth surface, light green in color. The taste is sweet. The skin remains thin and soft throughout the entire period of “growing up” of the vegetable. There are almost no seeds. Weight up to 800 g. Maximum yield – 9 kg per 1 m2.

Squash tree F1

An unusual plant in the form of a bush. Scourges grow up to 5 m. They need support. The variety is resistant to temperature changes and drought. Fruiting can last until late autumn. The length of the fruit is 14 cm. The delicate green skin is thin. The pulp is juicy, suitable for creating culinary dishes.

Self-pollinating varieties of zucchini bear fruit well and are resistant to unfavorable climatic conditions. Suitable for consumption raw.

Storage duration

In winter and spring, zucchini fruits rise in price due to imports from other countries. To save money, you should plant only varieties with long-term storage, which allows the fruits not to lose their freshness and attractive appearance, even 6 months after harvest.

Important!

To preserve the usefulness of the pulp, vegetables should be stored at room temperature for no more than 2 months. After time has passed, it is recommended to peel the zucchini, cutting off all damage. Afterwards, cut into cubes or slices, place flat in an airtight form, and freeze in the freezer.

Zucchini varieties for long-term storage

There are varieties that can be stored for a long time without losing taste, color, or aroma. Among them there are zucchini, decorative varieties, and simple ones.

Zucchini "Pear-shaped"

The variety retains its freshness for several months. Pear-shaped zucchini looks original. Fruit weight up to 1.3 kg. The pulp is rich orange in color, tender, retains all nutrients and taste. Thanks to the dense peel, the crop is stored for a long time. You can harvest ripe fruits on the 50th day. In terms of care, watering and sufficient light are very important.

Yellowfruited

Zucchini weighing 1 kg in the shape of a cylinder are distinguished by a yellow color. They contain a high concentration of carotene, which is what gives them this color. The yield is decent. From 1 m2 they collect up to 18 kg.

It is necessary to water and fertilize in a timely manner so that the plant develops correctly and bears fruit. The harvest can be stored for up to 3 months.

Zucchini variety "Festival"

A beautiful, one might even say decorative, variety of zucchini. Designed for long-term storage. The fruits are spherical in shape, with contrasting stripes visible on the peel. The flesh is tender. It is considered a record holder for storage:
fruits are stored almost unchanged for up to 10 months. The best variety of zucchini for winter storage.

Arlica F1

A variety that ripens in the middle period. In addition to the ability to be stored for a long time, it also has high yield. The weight of the zucchini is 0.8 kg. Ripening time is 2 months. When storing, you must follow the rules: temperature, humidity, light.

Zucchini "Watermelon"

The variety is so named because it is the result of a kind of “experiment” - crossing zucchini and watermelon. It has a thick peel and tasty pulp. Differs in large-sized seeds. Can be stored until the next harvest. The fruits are massive.

For livestock

Large zucchini containing hard seeds in the pulp are grown as feed for cattle. They are best stored without freezing, retaining a maximum of useful vitamins, macro- and microelements.

Winter Russian size and Gribovskie 37 are the best of their kind. For many years they grow in gardeners' gardens without requiring special care. With minimal needs, climbing zucchini perfectly decorates the garden, giving it originality and beauty.

The appearance of the bushes is expressive, characterized by large, symmetrically growing leaves and bright yellow flowers. The fruit plant looks best in flower beds and beds located near fences and borders.

Zucchini planted in barrels and tires stacked on top of each other also look unusual. True, in order for vegetables to have the best greens and large fruits, do not forget about fertilizing in the form of eggshells, horse manure or compost.

If you want to diversify your garden with bright fruits, you can choose varieties for planting that are distinguished not only by rich greenery, but also by unusual zucchini, painted in sunny tones - yellow or orange. Among these: hybrid varieties “Tender Zephyr” and “Orange” with the designation F1.

Varieties of zucchini for the Urals

Zucchini bear fruit in almost all areas of the country. However, there are varieties that are most adapted to the conditions of the Urals. The climate for zucchini here is suitable and even favorable.

Apollo F1

The highest yielding “Ural” variety. Ripens quickly on the 40th day after planting. Tolerates low temperatures and lack of light. The fruits are massive, up to 1 kg. The soft green peel is decorated with light specks. The pulp is white.

Attention:

If you are late in picking the fruits, they can grow 3 times larger!

Zucchini "Belogor F1"

Early ripening hybrid. Sometimes fruiting begins on the 30th day. The bushes are compact and fit perfectly even on a small plot of land. The fruits are elongated with a smooth white-green skin. The weight of one fruit is 1 kg.

Pear-shaped

An original variety in terms of appearance, since the fruits are more reminiscent of a pear in shape. The color is predominantly yellow, with juicy, rich orange flesh. Suitable for different cooking methods.

Parthenon F1

The hybrid does not require pollination to produce new zucchini. The “classic” color is green. It was obtained as a result of the work of Dutch breeders quite recently and has already proven itself well among vegetable growers:
easy care, high immunity, decent yield. Spotting can sometimes be found on the peel. This is a feature of the variety.

Attention!

The Apollo F1 and White varieties have the highest yields.

The best varieties of zucchini 2022 for open ground, with descriptions and photos

Below are varieties of zucchini that are distinguished by high yield, early or medium ripeness, high taste, pleasant aroma and universal adaptation to any climate. Many breeds have increased immunity to diseases and pests.

Early varieties

Early ripening varieties include zucchini, which are harvested within 30 to 45 days from the first shoots.

№1 – Aral F1

It is not zucchini that remains in first place, but zucchini, which has the highest resistance to viruses and diseases of various types. If you believe the reviews of gardeners, from 1 sq. meter you can collect from 8 to 12 kg of product.

Each zucchini weighs at least 350 g, and with proper care and optimal climate, it can gain up to 1 kg of weight.

The pulp is tender, moderately soft, and contains a minimal amount of water.

No. 2 - Iskander F1

One of the famous works of Dutch breeders remains a hybrid variety with the unusual name “Iskander” with the designation “F1” on the packaging. Domestic gardeners fell in love with this variety because zucchini takes root favorably in the Urals and Siberia, growing up to 900 g.

The fruits have a delicate taste, and most importantly, they are suitable for baby feeding.

№3 – Concordia F1

Almost all hybrids belong to ultra-early varieties, and “Concoria” is no exception to the rule. This Japanese novelty made a splash on the Russian market several years ago, and has since become a favorite of many gardeners due to its ideal shape, light green color and increased resistance to transportability.

No. 4 - Roller

It's not just zucchini that ripens quickly. The classic variety “Rollik,” which is not a hybrid, developed in the 90s, quickly gains weight, tolerates cold well, and most importantly, is resistant to gray rot.

From 4 to 6 ovaries can appear on one bush. Each fruit is oblong in shape and colored white. The weight value of each vegetable can reach up to 1 kg 200 g.

The most productive

To harvest the maximum harvest, gardeners choose one of two currently popular methods. The first is frequent harvesting with phased planting of early, middle and late varieties. The second is the cultivation of hybrids and large zucchini, which reach their maximum weight 3-4 months after planting in open ground.

With proper care, the weight of large zucchini can reach 35 kg, exceeding the length of a 1.5 liter bottle.

In addition to yield, you should remember the duration of storage. The longer the fruits can lie, the more beneficial vitamins and minerals the body will receive.

№1 – Belogor F1

In 2022, a hybrid variety of bush squash with the heroic name “Belogor F1” became especially popular. The elongated shape and light green color, combined with a maximum weight of 1 kg, belongs to the category of mid-ripening fruits.

No. 2 - Tornado F1

Just like several years ago, the new product from the year before remains at the peak of popularity among gardeners. Hybrid zucchini, visually reminiscent of zucchini, bears fruit well, growing to the delight of its owner up to 1.1 kg.

The color scheme is classic. The shape is cylindrical. The pulp is soft, balanced in consistency and juiciness.

No. 3 - Ardendo 174 F1

The list of the best varieties of zucchini 2022 also includes zucchini, which also feels good in open ground. Among its advantages are: increased immunity to diseases and pests, climate change from 30 to 15 degrees Celsius and vice versa. The bush component is average and does not apply to climbing species that require garter.

Each fruit is small in size and weighs from 300 to 600 g.

The taste is bright.

No. 4 – Pleadis F1

One of the newest, but already tested by Russian gardeners, zucchini remains the “Pleadis” variety. A hybrid marked F1, gets along well near other plants, and is resistant to viruses and fungal diseases. Unlike many, it rarely rots if not properly cared for. It can easily be transported and is stored for up to six months after harvest.

Weight - average.

No. 5 – Yasmin F1

An unusually shaped Japanese hybrid, it is distinguished by its early ripeness and high yield. For several years in a row it has been included in the category of the best varieties of zucchini for open ground. And 2022 was no exception to the rule, having included the fruit crop in the list of optimal options for germination in the Leningrad region, Moscow region and central Russia.

Self-pollinating varieties

If a gardener does not have the opportunity to grow zucchini in open ground, it is worth considering the achievements of experienced breeders who have developed varieties that set without bees, bumblebees and wasps. We are talking about self-pollinating zucchini and zucchini, suitable for germination in greenhouses, garden greenhouses and home-made shelters.

No. 1 - Galaxy F1

For several years now, Russian agro has been producing a self-pollinating hybrid that produces fruits in 32-42 days. The variety is not whimsical, it allows you to collect more than 8 kg of product from 1 sq. meters.

No. 2 - Lena F1

Another early root crop remains the Lena variety, which is part of the hybrids. Its features are: increased resistance to temperature changes, endurance to hot and cold climates, immunity to popular diseases.

The weight of each fruit can reach 2.5 kg.

No. 3 – Maestro F1

In recent years, the hybrid variety, reminiscent of a debit card, has also received good reviews. Zucchini is a soft light green color with white veins and can weigh more than 700 g.

One bush usually produces more than 6 inflorescences.

Approximate weight per 1 sq. meters - 8-12 kg.

#4 – Hobby F1

It is not for nothing that for many summer residents, gardening becomes a favorite hobby. Apparently based on this, breeders gave this name to the early zucchini, which stands out for its compact and neat shape.

The return from one bush can reach 10 kg.

The best domestic varieties of zucchini 2022

Below are the best options for growing outdoors, regardless of the region.

• Tsukesha;
• Golden Taurus;
• Anchor;
• Cheetah;
• Russian spaghetti;
• Black handsome;
• Golden;
• Aeronaut;
• Tornado F1 (hybrid);
• hybrid variety “Striped Sun” with the symbol F1;
• Barchuk F1;
• Miracle orange F1;
• Tsukesha.

The best Dutch varieties of zucchini 2022

Like other European countries, Holland annually produces a range of hybrid varieties of zucchini for growing outdoors. The coming year was no exception to the rule, demonstrating all the achievements of Dutch breeders in a single list.

Below you can see vegetables that are characterized by increased productivity, transportability and disease resistance.

Hybrids, marked F1:

Diamond, Suha, Amdzhazh, Salvador, Scilli, Iskander.

Classification of zucchini

When choosing the best varieties for open ground, you should take into account their characteristics. Culture is classified according to several criteria.

Varietal zucchini

White-skinned vegetables and zucchini have a rich flavor that lasts after cooking. They are characterized by a thick skin and the presence of seeds. The pulp is dense, white or creamy with a delicate taste. Positive qualities are not lost after various types of culinary processing (stewing, pickling). Among the varietal crops there are many types of domestic selection. They are adapted to difficult weather conditions, low temperatures, winds and drought. The harvest requires timely harvesting; the overripe peel becomes very dense and the pulp fibrous.

Information. After biological ripening of the fruit, the seeds of the variety you like are collected, dried and left for planting next year.

The most popular zucchini varieties for planting in the garden are the Beloplodny variety. Vegetables ripen quickly (42-44 days) and produce a good harvest. The fruits are large, smooth, cylindrical in shape.

The early-ripening variety “White Swan” has many positive qualities: high taste, productivity, shelf life and transportability, resistance to rot and infections. The bark is white, thin, the flesh is medium-dense, juicy. Weight 0.6-0.8 kg. Fruits that are 7-10 days old are recommended for preparation.

“Sosnovsky” is a product of domestic selection with a wide growing area, including the North-West, Center, Urals, Siberia, North Caucasus. The culture has excellent commercial qualities. It is a bush with one short lash. Pumpkins are cylindrical with smooth bark, white without a pattern. The pulp is creamy, fibrous, with a delicate taste. The fruits are large, from 1 to 1.5 kg. Productivity 7-13 kg. The variety requires prevention from powdery mildew infection. Zucchini is used as feed for livestock farms.

Hybrids

Hybrid crops are created by Russian and foreign breeders. These are artificially created varieties of zucchini, endowed with a whole range of positive characteristics:

• The fruits are attractive, of different colors, with smooth skin.
• Vegetables are resistant to cold, disease and drought.
• The plants produce a bountiful harvest.
• Plantings are not attacked by pests, viruses and diseases.

Annuals have a powerful faceted stem, erect or creeping. The leaves are large, five-lobed, light or dark green. Some varieties are spotted. Hybrids often do not require the presence of insects, being self-pollinating. The fruits are always attractive, with smooth skin, moderate ribbing, and various colors (white, green, yellow). Zucchini can surprise you with its unusual shape - round, pear-shaped.

Information. How can you easily distinguish a hybrid from a varietal crop? Artificial series are marked with the designation F1.

Among the many undoubted advantages, it is worth noting several disadvantages:

• They are inferior in taste to varietal crops.
• Plant seeds cannot be used to grow vegetables with the same characteristics and qualities.

When choosing which hybrid variety of zucchini is best to plant, many gardeners lean toward the “Cavili” zucchini. The vegetables belong to a series of Dutch selection. Its representatives are high-yielding and are successfully grown in open ground. Compact bushes provide up to 9 kg of fruit per season. The bark is light green, the flesh is crisp and low in sugar. Recommended for preservation.

Information. Zucchini is considered a subspecies of the common pumpkin; its fruits are called pumpkins.

Hybrid “Sukha F1” is a group of Dutch selection with ultra-early ripening. From planting seeds to harvesting, only 35-40 days pass. The fruits are medium-sized: length up to 18 cm, weight 600-700 g. The bark is green, smooth, with whitish spots. The pulp has a high content of dry matter. The variety is recommended for long-term storage. Productivity is high.

Zucchini

A dark-skinned, tender-fleshed crop bred in Italy. A characteristic feature of zucchini is its rugged leaves with a silvery or whitish pattern. This is a more perfect form of zucchini:

• vegetables will ripen early;
• are characterized by high productivity;
• the skin is thin and soft;
• the pulp is rich in vitamin C;
• the rich taste and delicate structure allows the product to be consumed raw or added to salads;
• The compact bushes are dominated by female flowers, which guarantees plenty of fruit.

Zucchini is a heat-loving vegetable; when choosing a planting site, you should take into account the illumination of the area. Among the popular varieties:

• “Delicacy” - late-ripening zucchini, grows in bushes. The fruits are elongated, dark green with light streaks and specks on the skin. The pulp is juicy and has a sweetish taste. Universal culinary use.
• “Tsukesha” is a zucchini with a pleasant taste, suitable for main courses and canning. The fruits are large - length 30-35 cm, diameter 12 cm, weight up to 900 g. The color of the bark is dark green with specks; during the period of biological maturity an orange tint appears. Ripens quickly, in 40-45 days. An undoubted advantage of the variety is the ability to lie in a cool place for a long time.

Varietal zucchini and hybrids are presented in a huge variety on the market. Series of domestic and foreign selection are offered. Are there any fundamental differences between them? Probably not. Russian vegetables are resistant to cold weather and bear fruit at low temperatures. They have a characteristic taste, which is appreciated by lovers, and good keeping quality, which allows you to preserve fresh pumpkins for a long time.

Foreign hybrids are distinguished by an abundance of colors and shapes. They have thin skin and taste with varying degrees of sweetness. The varieties are characterized by a disproportionate ratio of pulp and seeds, the seed chambers are small or completely absent. Pumpkins are not prone to overgrowing. Foreign hybrids are more thermophilic and require abundant and regular watering. They are attractive, but in mineral composition they are inferior to varieties of domestic selection.

According to the time of ripening, vegetables are divided into three groups:

• Early varieties for open ground (vegetation period 40-45 days): zucchini “Iskander”, “Skvorushka”, “Slonenok”, “Scilly”.
• Mid-season (ripen in 45-50 days): “Ronde”, “Ksyusha F1”, “Kuand”.
• Late-ripening (grows in 57-60 days): “Black Beauty”, “Nut”, “Tivoli F1”.

Interesting fact. The average size of ripe zucchini is 15-30 cm, but there are giant vegetables that grow up to 1.5 m.

Along with conventional crops, self-pollinating varieties for open ground have been bred - “Partenon”, “Sukha F1”. Such vegetables are suitable for regions where there are no pollinating insects. A distinctive feature of such fruits is the absence of seeds. According to the shape of the bush, plants are divided into two types:

1. Bush zucchini varieties are compact crops with erect stems. One plant requires an area of ​​up to 1 square meter. m. This variety includes: zucchini “Gribovsky”, “Belogor F1”, “Golden Cup”, zucchini “Tsukesha”.
2. Climbing varieties are plants with creeping stems like a pumpkin. Vegetables require more free metabolite, but the inconvenience is compensated by their high taste. The group includes “Waterfall F1”, “Karal”, “Aral F1”, “Long-fruited”. Experienced gardeners recommend tying the vines to trellises. Vertical supports save site area.

Information. In addition to the usual cylindrical shape, the fruits are pear-shaped, round, and curved.

The best varieties of zucchini and zucchini to store

2022 can please you with the five best varieties for storage that retain their appearance and pulp:

• Spaghetti;
• Gribovskie 37;
• Motley;
• Winter Russian size or F1 delicacy.

Options for canning

To prevent bombing in the pantry or cellar in the winter, and to ensure that the taste of the product is suitable for preserving appetizers, caviar, jam and even compote, you should choose varieties with excellent taste and a pleasant aroma.

For salted canning, the best ones are: Sangrum, Kolobok, Gherkin and King of the Market. All varieties, except for “Gherkin”, are hybrids, bearing the F1 mark on the seed packaging.

For sweet preserves, you should choose sweet eggplant pulp, which has a maximum sugar content. The following have been included in this list for several years in a row:

• Walnut;
• Pineapple;
• Winter delicacy, Orange and Tender marshmallow F1 (hybrid varieties).

Spaghetti squash varieties

A modern, unique zucchini group. It differs in that the pulp inside the fruit, when cooked, breaks down into elongated fibers that are similar to pasta - spaghetti. The most delicious zucchini varieties are listed below.

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Raviolo

Medium ripening variety. The fruits grow in the shape of a cylinder. At the stage of technical maturity, they are painted white, and with further growth they become yellow. The inside of the vegetable is a calm orange hue.

Zucchini variety “Portion F1”

Ripening occurs 2.5 months after planting. These spaghetti squash are oval-shaped and weigh up to 800 grams. Inside is juicy pulp made of long fibers of bright yellow color.

Russian spaghetti

This variety can be grown in any region of the country. It is distinguished by greenish-yellow fruits. The weight of one is in the range from 600 to 800 grams. Productivity is average - up to 7 kg per 1 m2.

Spaghetti squash varieties are successfully used for baking in the oven and for frying. This variety is under the careful supervision of breeders, who are constantly receiving new, more improved zucchini.

Selection of seeds by region of Russia

The colder the weather, the greater the chance of ruining the crop by choosing a late variety instead of an early ripening one. In order not to work in vain and to grow good fruits, you should adhere to a simple rule - choose the best varieties of bush, climbing or dwarf zucchini, depending on the region and temperature characteristics, which are common not only for 2022, but for the summer season as a whole.

For the southern part

The hot sun, which warms the earth well and sometimes leads to drought, allows you to grow eggplants and zucchini in three approaches, planting vegetable seedlings in the following order: first - early ripening ones, then varieties with an average growing time, and then late ones.

Classic varieties:

Pinocchio, Firebird.

F1 (hybrids), characterized by high immunity and resistance to drought and sunburn: Hobby, Aimaran, Asma, Medusa, Scilli, Yasmin, Aliya, Toskha, Ardeno, Excellent, Mostra, Sangrum.

For the Moscow region and the Central zone

The temperate climate allows almost all crops to grow, while gaining optimal weight. And eggplants are no exception to the rule. By choosing a proven variety, during the harvest season you can harvest about 10 kg per 1 sq.m. from medium-sized varieties and more than 25 kg from large ones.

Hybrid varieties marked F1 on the packaging:

Diamond, Siberian emerald, Velizh, Nevira, Vilina, Iskander, Ardeno, Barchuk, Amdzhan, Concordia, Lena.

New and traditional varieties improved by breeders from different countries: Lemonade Joe, Siberian Gold, Delicacy, Ural and Siberia, Northern version or bear, Golden Calf, Woman's Happiness, Emerald, Tsukesha, Important Mr., Arctic, Kveta MS, Matroskin, Pheasant, Black handsome.

For the Leningrad region

By choosing varieties: President, Kavili, Angelina, Zolotoy, Iskander and Belogor, with the F1 mark, gardeners can be confident in the ripening of a good harvest, not infected with viruses, diseases and fungi that lead to rotting.

Less time and care will have to be given to traditional varieties, which easily take root on any soil consisting of 50% black soil. Aeronaut, Ball, Black Beauty, Pet and Pharaoh have been popular for many years. In real reviews left on forums, people note high yields, which combine superior weight even in comparison with many hybrids.

More information about individual varieties

Zucchini "Black Beauty"

Zucchini is a popular variety of vegetables grown in open ground and greenhouses. Bush crops produce consistently high yields and have a long fruiting period. Among the many varieties of zucchini, “Black Beauty” is especially popular.

Description of the variety

Compact bush with dense foliage and early fruiting. The yield is average, with good care it is 10 kg per kW. m. Pumpkins up to 20 cm long, weighing 0.5-0.8 kg. The skin is a uniform dark green color, shiny. The surface is ribbed. The pulp is beige, juicy. The leaf blades are hard, heavily dissected, and the surface is spotted. The plant is resistant to powdery mildew and other fungal diseases. The commercial qualities of zucchini allow it to be grown for sale. The fruits are stored for up to two months and are not damaged during transportation.

Planting and care

Zucchini can be planted in open ground as seeds or seedlings. For culture, choose a sunny area. Seedlings begin to be prepared in April and are brought into the garden in May or June. Before planting in the ground or containers for germination, the seeds are first kept in a damp cloth for germination. Farmers advise preparing seedlings in separate containers. It is best to buy peat cups. In this case, there will be no need for replanting, which would injure the roots of the seedlings.

Attention. An important condition when choosing a meta planting is the predecessors that grew on the site. It is not recommended to plant “Black Beauty” zucchini in place of other pumpkins.

Seeds are planted in open ground to a depth of 4-5 cm. Agricultural work begins after warm weather has established. Depending on the region, this is the end of April or mid-May. Fragile sprouts do not tolerate frost at all. At first they need to be covered with film. The soil should be loose, moist and improved with humus and mineral fertilizers. Wood ash is poured into each hole. Zucchini is planted at a considerable distance from each other. Their strong roots should not compete for nutrients. Planting pattern 70x70 cm.

Information. The culture is capable of setting 5 fruits at the same time.

Watering 1-2 times a week, during flowering - every other day. The moisture volume is 5-10 liters per bush. The water must be warm and is taken from pre-filled tanks placed in the sun. It is advisable to mulch the soil around the seedlings. For feeding, a solution of mullein, chicken manure and mineral fertilizers (superphosphates, potassium nitrate) are used. The harvest is harvested when the fruit is about 15 cm long. Overripe vegetables lose some of their taste characteristics.

Zucchini "Roller"

The variety is one of the first to ripen, just 36 days after planting. Pumpkins are oval, white-skinned, large. Weight 1-1.2 kg. The fruits are almost white, inside there is loose, juicy pulp with a light green tint. The variety is resistant to weather disasters and is not picky about the soil. The yield is high from a bush, up to 10 kg can be obtained. The dense structure allows you to transport vegetables without losing their presentation.

Information. When growing Roller squash, gardeners may encounter an infestation of aphids. Insecticides will help get rid of pests: “Iskra”, “Decis”. No less effective is using a decoction of tobacco with laundry soap or an infusion of dandelion leaves.

Zucchini "Skvorushka"

The crop ripens early, harvesting is possible 45-50 days after planting. A valuable property of the variety is the intensive growth of pumpkins. Vegetables are intended for cooking and preservation. Zucchini with green bark looks original when stuffed and in a jar with winter preparations. Young fruits can be eaten raw, adding them to vitamin salads.

Description: zucchini with smooth, thin skin, dark green. They are ribbed at the base. Female flowers predominate on the bushes, which has a positive effect on productivity. Fruits are 20-25 cm long, weighing up to 1 kg. They ripen together, the harvest is cut simultaneously from all the bushes. Average performance 10 kg. The pulp is white and juicy. The plant is resistant to frost and drought. Thin peel does not contribute to long-term storage of pumpkins; it is advisable to process them immediately. Zucchini can be cut into pieces and frozen.

Zucchini "Anchor" - description of the variety

The vegetable is cultivated throughout Russia and is recommended for cultivation in the West Siberian and Far Eastern regions. It is characterized by resistance to short-term frosts. The bushes are small, there are few leaves, which helps pollinate flowers and form fruits. “Anchor” zucchini ripens early and can be stored for a long time, up to 1 month. The taste is reminiscent of the Udaloy variety. Not damaged during long-term transportation.

Description:

• smooth surface structure;
• the skin is light green, when biologically ripe it becomes yellowish, without a pattern;
• the pulp is light yellow, not sweet;
• yield – 8-12 kg;
• weight – 0.7-0.9 kg.

The fruits are large, cylindrical in shape.

The disadvantage of the Anchor variety is its low resistance to infectious and fungal diseases. On the leaves you can find a white coating - powdery mildew. To prevent the death of the plant, it is treated with one of the fungicides “Topaz”, “Skor”, “Fundazol”. With excessive watering, white and gray rot affects the fruits. For prevention, it is recommended to add calcium in fertilizer or wood ash.

Zucchini "Zolotinka"

One of the best representatives of the yellow-fruited group, grown since the end of the last century. It is characterized by high yield, does not deteriorate during transportation, and is suitable for dietary nutrition. The fruits retain commercial quality for a long time. The variety is highly productive and popular in home cooking. Due to its delicate sweetish taste, it is often used in children's menus.

Description of the variety:

• pumpkin size up to 15 cm;
• weight 500 -900 g;
• the pulp is juicy, dense, cream-colored;
• the skin is strong, bright yellow;
• cylindrical shape.

At the beginning of summer the bush is compact, then it produces small lashes. The pulp of young pumpkins resembles a cucumber. After preservation it does not lose its taste characteristics.

Zucchini "Aeronaut"

Bush-type culture, with a large number of female flowers producing ovaries. Technical ripeness occurs in 45-50 days. The skin of the fruit is thin, smooth, dark green, the flesh is juicy. Sugar content up to 6.9%. Zucchini length is 14-15 cm, weight is 1.1-1.2 kg. The shape is cylindrical, smooth. Planting pattern: 40×50 cm. Thanks to the compactness of the bush, a bountiful harvest grows in a small area. Vegetables have genetic resistance to powdery mildew. Zucchini "Aeronaut" require frequent watering.

Zucchini "Aral"

A hybrid with a short growing season, resistance to most viruses and ease of care. The bush is semi-climbing with small leaves, which simplifies harvesting.

Characteristics "Aral f1"

The fruits are cylindrical, smooth, with a glossy light green skin. The surface is slightly ribbed. An early vegetable, it surpasses “Gribovsky” and “Gorny” zucchini in terms of productivity. The amount of dry matter is 4-5%, sugar - 35. Such qualities allow us to recommend zucchini as a dietary product. The description will be incomplete without the size of the fruit: length 16-20 cm, weight - 0.5-0.6 kg. It is recommended to collect vegetables 2 times a week, this stimulates new ovaries. It is advisable to cut all pumpkins before frost sets in. They are stored in a cool, dark place for 2-3 months.

Zucchini "Belogor f1"

The hybrid was created almost 20 years ago at the Crimean experimental station. It is grown in many regions of Russia, excluding the Ural, Siberian and Central regions. The culture is a compact bush with a short central stem. The leaves are wide, green with white spots.

Description of the variety: the parthenocarpic hybrid gives a good harvest in all weather conditions, in open and closed ground. Fruits with greenish-white skin, fibrous but dense pulp. The growing season is 40-45 days. Productivity is high 10-15 kg per square meter. m. Zucchini "Belogor" is not sensitive to temperature fluctuations and is resistant to gray rot. Application – preservation, preparation of caviar.

Zebra zucchini

Zebra zucchini was developed at experimental stations of the USSR. The crop is valued for its early ripening and excellent transport characteristics. One of the advantages of the culture is the formation of the ovary and the growth of fruits at low temperatures.

Description of the variety: bush form with a period before harvesting of 35-40 days. The fruits are cylindrical, the surface is slightly ribbed. Weight about 500 g. Recommended for consumption raw and after cooking. The color of the pumpkins is light with longitudinal, wide dark green stripes. From the description it is clear why the vegetable was called “Zebra”. The pulp is yellowish-white, tender, crispy. The sweetness is almost not noticeable, there are few seeds. Zucchini does not lose its presentation during transportation.

Yellow zucchini: description of varieties

Crops with yellow pumpkins have more fibrous pulp. They often have a sweetish taste, preferable when eaten raw. Yellow zucchini is not as popular as zucchini, but has quite a following for its original flavor. Some gardeners are afraid to grow vegetables, considering them capricious and difficult to care for. In fact, agricultural technology is no different from working with conventional light varieties.

Information. Due to their fibrous structure, golden zucchini has a pronounced ability to cleanse the body and normalize digestion.

Golden vegetables look bright and appetizing in a jar and on a plate. The diversity of their species is much more modest than that of white crops and zucchini. Describing popular varieties, it is worth highlighting: “Banana”, “Russian size”, “Zolotinka”.

It is recommended to eat the Dutch hybrid “Gold Rush f1” raw. This is an early variety with juicy, sweetish, cream-colored pulp. Pumpkins are smooth, 18-20 cm long. Zucchini of the Czech selection “Goldline f1” will produce elongated cylindrical fruits (30 cm). A fertile hybrid, subject to recommended agricultural practices, produces up to 15 kg per square meter. m. French breeders offer the Sunlight f1 variety. The skin of pumpkins is bright yellow, glossy and thin. The hybrid is resistant to viruses and bears fruit until frost.

The variety “Yellowfruited” belongs to the domestic selection. Bush form of zucchini. Pumpkins have narrower stems. The bark is thin, with an orange mesh on a yellow background. The pulp is light yellow, with excellent taste. Zucchini ripens early, produces a bountiful harvest, and is stored for a long time. The culture is resistant to typical plant diseases.

There are also unusual types of yellow zucchini:

“Orange” is an early ripening F1 hybrid with round fruits. The pulp is sweetish, the taste contains nutty notes. Can be consumed raw or cooked. The bushes produce a small harvest; pumpkins should be harvested quickly. They tend to quickly outgrow and lose their original qualities. The diameter of ripe fruits is 15-17 cm.

“Golden Scallop” - to get yellow fruits with an unusual bumpy surface you will have to wait two months. The variety is mid-season. The culture is powerful, bushy. Pumpkins are elongated, curved in shape. The taste is delicate, slightly sweet, with a nutty note. The crispy pulp adequately replaces cucumber in a salad. The fruits weigh more than 1500 g. Do not let them overripe. The bark becomes dense.

“Spaghetti” - the taste qualities of this variety appear only after full ripening. Externally, large oval pumpkins look like melons. Zucchini is late-ripening, the growing season takes 95-100 days. The length of the fruit is 30 cm, weight 0.8-1.2 kg. The bark is hard, initially green, turning orange as it matures, and the flesh is yellow. After cooking, the center of ripe zucchini breaks down into fibers, reminiscent of the famous pasta. This does not happen with unripe vegetables. The thick skin allows zucchini to be stored for a long period of time. They are recommended for wide use for culinary purposes.

The variety is suitable for southern regions or greenhouse cultivation. If the summer is short, you may not wait for the final maturity of an unusual species. The peculiarity of the plant is its tendency to grow vines; it requires free space.

Disembarkation methods

Growing green squash for open ground is carried out in two periods. The first planting period begins on April 20 and ends on May 16.

By planting seeds during this period, an early harvest is obtained. The second stage of seed planting begins from July 15 to July 30. The harvest ripens in the fall and is suitable for preparation and long-term storage. Zucchini varieties are planted depending on the type of ripening.

It is advisable to grow seedlings of the crop only in disposable peat cups. This rule is due to the fact that seedlings do not like being transplanted to a new place and may begin to die.

If the seedlings are located on northern windows, then they require additional lighting for several hours a day. When growing on southern windows, there is no need for additional lighting.

To plant seeds, use fertile soil, which must be purchased at a specialized store. Drainage is poured into the bottom of the cups, and then planting material is sown.

A week after the sprouts appear, they are watered with a solution of superphosphate and urea diluted in 1 liter of water. Ready-made fertilizer is often used to activate bud growth. The second feeding is applied 10 days after the first. 50 g of wood ash and nitrophoska are dissolved in 1 liter of water.

Seedlings should be planted after the weather is warm outside and there are no frosts at night. Seeds are sown immediately in open ground. They do this at the beginning of summer. The beds are dug up, weeds are removed and seeds are planted at a distance of 20 cm from each other.

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Chaclun

One of the popular varieties of zucchini is Chaklun. The fruiting period is long, the yield is high. The first fruits appear 40–45 days after sowing the seeds in the soil. You need to collect vegetables until their weight reaches 500 g. Then the skin of the vegetables becomes hard and the pulp is tasteless. Overgrown vegetables become ribbed and pear-shaped.

Description of the variety of zucchini and its advantage is considered to be relative immune protection to most diseases of agricultural crops. The fruits are used for cooking, canning and preparing food for the winter.

F1 Aral

This hybrid has many useful properties. The fruits ripen quickly, 45 days after emergence. The plant does not suffer from rot and does not become moldy. The bushes tolerate rainy weather and frost well. The shape of the vegetables is pear-shaped, the color of the skin and the flesh are light green. When the zucchini outgrows, the skin turns dark green. Reviews about the most delicious variety of zucchini are only positive. The crop needs fertile soil.

Karizma F1

The characteristics and description of the zucchini variety Karisma F1 is that the plant belongs to the first generation hybrids. The zucchini variety has a high yield. Early ripening hybrid. The shape of the fruit is elongated, the skin is white-light green. The pulp is tender and juicy. Weight of vegetables is from 600 to 700 g.

Skvorshuk

The description of the Skvorushka variety zucchini is characterized by the fact that the inflorescences of the bushes are predominantly female. Characterized by high fruit set. The hybrid is an early one. The shape of the fruit resembles a cylinder. The skin is green, with strong ribbing near the stalk. The maximum length of the vegetable is 25 cm. The weight of ripe fruits ranges from 500 g to 1 kg 200 g. Universal use in cooking.

Pharaoh

Among the early ripening varieties of zucchini, there is the Pharaoh variety. Refers to a variety of zucchini. The bushes are compact, medium leafy. The fruits are cylindrical in shape, emerald colored skin. As it ripens, it turns black-green in color. Among the features of cultivation, the need to fertilize the soil is highlighted. Vegetables grow up to 65 cm in length. The maximum weight of a vegetable is 850 g.

Beloplodny

An ultra-early variety related to white zucchini. You can harvest the crop 30–40 days after sowing the seeds in the soil. The skin and pulp are white, the fruit is oval in shape. Good taste. The pulp is dense to the touch. Suitable for long-term storage. Planting dates for zucchini begin at the end of May.

Dutch

Zucchini seeds from a Dutch producer are in great demand among Russian gardeners. Everyone knows such companies as Monsanto, Enza Saden, Seminis, Rijk Zwaan.

They represent a variety of vegetable crops on the seed market, among which zucchini occupies a significant place. Hybrids are distinguished by their unpretentiousness and productivity:

• Iskander f1 - early, bush, for open ground. Gardeners are attracted by the high yield, 10 kg/bush, and unpretentiousness. The fruits are picked when they reach a length of 20-25 cm. According to reviews, the bush forms an ovary under any conditions;
• Ardendo f1 – early, yield 16 kg/plant. Pumpkins are club-shaped, light green, 500-600 g. The zucchini variety shows maximum yield in the North Caucasus;
• ASSO f1 – zucchini, mid-season, bush, 12-14 kg/m2. The peel is dark green, the flesh is yellowish. Fruits 300-800 g. The variety appeared in 2022 from the Syngenta company;
• Ambassador f1 – zucchini, ripening 50-55 days. To support long-term fruiting, fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is introduced. To prepare salads and snacks, gherkins 10-12 cm long are collected;
• Kavili f1 is a good variety for making squash caviar. This is an ultra-early, parthenocarpic variety, with a ripening period of 40-42 days. Weight 320 g, 4.6 kg/m2.

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Among the varieties that appeared in 2022, it is recommended to grow the following: Modena, Yellowfin, Furor. Gardeners grow Dutch varieties because they are unpretentious and rarely get sick.

They tolerate changes in daily temperature and precipitation. The plants are compact and do not take up much space. Just a few bushes will provide seven delicious vegetables for the whole summer.

For Siberia

For Siberian gardeners, it is recommended to plant varieties that are distinguished by early maturity and unpretentiousness. To obtain an early harvest, use seedlings:

• Belogor f1 - early, bush, zucchini used for making caviar. The surface is greenish-white, the peel is thin. Vegetables are easy to process. Average weight 500 g. Productivity – 14.3-16 kg/plant;
• Northern Bear - white, cylindrical fruit, from 800 g, 7.7 kg/m2. Mishka appeared on the seed market in 2022 and is recommended not only for the Siberian regions and the Far East. Good reviews are left by gardeners of the Lower Volga region and the Caucasus;
• Snow - early ripening, bush with weak branching. Zucchini is white, cylinder-shaped, weighs from 800 g. Productivity - 7.5 kg. Snowy has been grown since 2022;
• 23 585 f1 – early, bushy, white-fruited. Weight 1.1 kg/8.6 kg. Dutch selection. The hybrid has been grown since 2022;
• Priobsky f1 – 45-50 days, bushy, elliptical, green. Productivity 8.4 kg.

It is important for gardeners that plants tolerate high humidity and low temperatures well. Almost all varieties that are zoned in the Siberian region and the Far East can form an ovary at a temperature of 18-19 C.

To grow tasty zucchini and get a good harvest, you need to follow certain care rules. Soil moisture is maintained for plants and mineral fertilizers are introduced. For voluminous bushes, it is recommended to prune so that the leaves do not shade the fruits or interfere with their development and ripening.

Late zucchini

Spaghetti

An unusual variety that is only gaining popularity.

Young Spaghetti squash tastes no different from the usual varieties, but after full ripening the squash pulp separates into fibers and you get a kind of vegetable spaghetti , which has many fans. Externally, ripened fruits resemble small melons in shape and color.

The only negative is the late ripening period , which in regions with short summers does not always allow you to wait for the “pasta”.

Spaghetti

Lagenaria (Calabash)

This type of squash is also called Vietnamese squash . Due to its long ripening period and exotic nature, lagenaria cannot be called a frequent visitor to vegetable gardens. The shape of the fruit varies.

When young, they are used for food in the same way as pumpkin or zucchini. When ripe, the walls and pulp dry out and a cavity forms inside.

Traditionally, some peoples used these plants to make vessels.

Lagenaria

The variety of zucchini allows you to choose the appropriate variety not only for certain growing conditions, but also for aesthetic and taste reasons.

With the right combination of hybrids, you can get a good harvest even from a small plot and extend the fruiting period. And some exotic varieties will help add variety to traditional culinary dishes and grow material for crafts.

High-yielding varieties

For open ground in areas with a temperate climate, high-yielding varieties are selected - most often they are planted for sale or for long-term storage in winter.

Black handsome

Ripens on the 55th day, resistant to diseases and sudden temperature changes. The bush is compact. The yield of the hybrid is 20 kg.

Mary Gold

The zucchini has a bright golden color. Its length does not exceed 22 cm. Mary Gold is demanding in terms of feeding and moisture, but if all care rules are followed, it produces a stable harvest.

Cannon

According to the description, zucchini is an early-ripening crop, so a full harvest is harvested on the 35th day.

The variety is easy to care for and resistant to common diseases. It is characterized by extended fruiting and good transportability.

The fruits are stored in a cool room for 2-3 months.

Classification of varieties

Currently, breeders have developed a large number of varieties of zucchini of various fruit shapes and different types. Previously, summer residents had to choose the largest and most beautiful fruits, then collect seeds from them and plant them the next year in order to preserve the characteristics of the previous harvest. There is no need for this now. There are enough seeds on the market, from which any summer resident will find the most suitable one for himself.

Varieties of different types of zucchini with descriptions and characteristics of the fruit are classified according to a number of characteristics:

• According to the ripening period of vegetables, early-ripening, mid-ripening and late varieties are distinguished.
• According to the type of bushes, plants are either bushy or climbing.
• Depending on the type of pollination, inflorescences are classified as parthenocarpic or insect-pollinated.
• By the appearance and shade of the fruit.
• Depending on the yield.

Studying these characteristics of each variety of seeds before planting will allow you to choose the most suitable one for cultivation in a particular region of residence and with certain climatic conditions. This will also allow you to get the maximum yield from cultivation.

Zucchini care

Caring for zucchini grown in open ground is quite simple; to do this, they need to be watered in a timely manner, after which the surface of the soil between the rows is loosened, and all weeds are removed. Such plants also need to be fed on time and protected from various pests and diseases. If the bushes begin to bloom, but bees are not visible on the site, then pollination will have to be done manually. To do this, cut off the male flower (it does not have an ovary on the back side) and tear off all its petals, after which it should expose the pistil, which should be used to mark the stamens in the opened female flowers. One male flower is enough to pollinate 2 or 3 female flowers. It is also important to promptly remove overgrown fruits.

How to water

The bushes should be watered in the evening, using water that has been heated by the sun during the day. On hot days, until the leaves of zucchini close, they need to be watered every day. When the foliage closes and covers the surface of the bed, you will need to water the bushes less often, as a rule, once every 5 or 6 days if it is cool and cloudy outside, and in hot weather - once every two or three days. When watering, water is poured carefully under the root, and in order to protect the ripening fruits from rotting, waterproof material (for example, a piece of slate or a board) is placed under them. If in hot weather the foliage on the bushes becomes limp, then in the evening it should be watered through a nozzle with small holes.

Fertilizer

This crop prefers organic fertilizers. For seedlings transplanted into open soil, you can prepare a herbal infusion. To do this, you will need to fill a barrel located on the street almost to the top with weeds, and then pour water into it. The contents of the barrel should be stirred every day. The infusion will be ready after 7 days; it is filtered and combined with water in a ratio of 1:8. Half a month after planting in the garden, the seedlings need to be watered with this infusion, but try not to get it on the shoots or foliage. After 7 days, the seedlings are again fed with this infusion. Some gardeners feed zucchini alternately with herbal infusion and slurry. To prepare it, you need to combine manure with water in a ratio of 1:10, and the mixture should stand in the sun for three days. The prepared infusion should be carefully watered onto the soil around the root of the bush, but it should not get on the shoots or foliage of the zucchini. After the formation of ovaries begins, it is recommended to feed the plants again; for this, use the following nutrient mixture: 1 bucket of manure or herbal infusion should be mixed with 1 tbsp. sifted wood ash and 1 tbsp. l. double superphosphate. Experts advise that before you start feeding the bushes, be sure to water the garden bed.

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Treatment

In order to prevent zucchini from becoming infected with any diseases and to protect them from harmful insects, it is necessary to resort to preventive treatments. To do this, 7 days after planting the seedlings in open soil, the bushes need to be sprayed with a solution of Karbofos, which will protect them from harmful insects, and they are also treated with a solution of copper oxychloride or Bordeaux mixture (1%), this will help protect the zucchini from fungal diseases. In addition, in the autumn, when the crop and plant residues are harvested from the site, it will need deep digging, and it should also be prepared for planting the next crop, while not forgetting about the rules of crop rotation.

How to choose zucchini seeds by ripening time

Early-ripening varieties bring the greatest profit, so gardeners who grow vegetables for sale plant zucchini varieties and hybrids that produce an early harvest. For home use, late or medium varieties are planted, which are more resistant to temperature changes and diseases, and also produce a larger yield than early ones. Main varieties by ripening period:

• For growing in a greenhouse, predominantly early hybrids or early-ripening varieties are used, and for growing in open beds, especially in temperate climates, gardeners try to plant early-ripening zucchini. The best varieties with early fruiting are Tsukesha and Pear-shaped, Dutch hybrids - Kavili F1, Iskander F1, as well as first-generation hybrids Aral, Botsman and Ardendo;

  
  Pear-shaped

• mid-season varietal zucchini is also popular among gardeners because it has a long fruiting period. These varieties include Kuand and Gribovsky 37;
• In terms of taste, late varieties of zucchini are better than early and middle ones. They have a rich taste and aroma, dense, juicy and tender flesh. Used for heat treatment and preservation. Late varieties include Lagenaria vulgaris and Calabasa, Spaghetti, Tivoli F1.

Domestic or foreign variety

During breeding work, many hybrids were developed with the characteristics required for the region: resistant to sudden temperature changes, with increased yield, etc.

The best foreign cultures take root quite well in our country. For example, the popular variety Zucchini.

Distinctive features of Russian and foreign zucchini:

1. Domestic vegetables have tasty and sweetish pulp. Such fruits can be canned and they do not lose their characteristics. Varieties are adapted to frequent temperature changes.
2. The imported vegetable has a thinner skin. Inside is a small seed box. The pulp is dense and tasty. Most often they are used to create a variety of dishes. Such fruits do not stagnate on the bushes and are of the same size.
3. Imported goods do not differ in shelf life. In this case, domestic crops stand out favorably.
4. Foreign hybrids are demanding on the level of humidity, and they are heat-loving, while domestic ones are winter-hardy.

The most delicious

Gardeners note many varieties for themselves to grow for the next season. The most delicious varieties have some common characteristics. They have thin skin.

Which is easily removed, and the flesh is cream or yellow in color. It contains a lot of sugars, carotene, and has a berry, sweetish taste:

• Generous Bogatyr – 2015, from . This is one of the best varieties for caviar. Early variety. Club-shaped pumpkins, dark yellow, 800 g/4 kg. Pulp with a high content of carotene;
• Mother-in-law Khlebosolnaya f1 – the shape of the zucchini is similar to a pumpkin, the peel is light green. Fruit weight 800-1100 g, yield 5 kg/plant. This is an early hybrid, unpretentious, does not get sick, suitable for any climate;
• Aeronaut is a zucchini with a dark green shell; female inflorescences predominate on the bush. Pumpkins 1.1 kg. More than 7 kg is collected from one plant. The variety is resistant to many diseases. One of the most delicious zucchini, suitable for fresh consumption;
• Stakhanovets - early ripening, bushy, club-shaped, 750 g. Cream-colored pulp. Zucchini is suitable for salads, caviar, and processing;
• Black Beauty conquered all plant growers. It grows on any soil, in any conditions, despite the fact that zucchini is varietal. Weight 800-1.7 kg. Productivity is low, 3-4 kg.

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Many gardeners ask what needs to be done to improve the taste of zucchini. During the entire period, fertilizing is introduced and the humidity regime is maintained.

With intensive watering, nutrients and sugars can be washed out of the pulp. It becomes fresh. Zucchini loses flavor if grown in the shade.