Matures in: 60 days

Description:
An Italian delicacy, cucuzzi is a summer squash that is prepared in the same way as other summer squashes. The flesh of young fruits is thick, tender, and of exceptional flavor. Fruits left on the vine to mature will be a distinct novelty in the garden.

SOWING:
Sow seed in the spring when the ground is warm and all danger of frost is past. Plant 3 to 4 seeds 1 inch deep in hills that are spaced 2 feet apart, in rows 6 to 8 feet apart.

THINNING:
Thin when plants are 2 inches tall, leaving the strongest plants in each hill.

GERMINATION:
Germinates in 10 to 14 days depending on soil and weather conditions.

REMARKS:
Well-rotted manure mixed into the bottom of each hill will stimulate growth and increase yield considerably.