Courgette Ambassador F1

Additional Details

When to Sow Ambassador Courgette Seeds

April to May underglass 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

Greenhouse sowings should be gradually hardened off once they have developed the first pair of rough leaves and transplanted to growing site in late-May to early-June 60cm (24") apart. Outdoor sowings should be thinned to one plant per station. "

Maturity

July to October

Handy Tip

Regular picking produces a crop over many months. Do not leave fruit to become large, as this slows the production down.

Nutritional Values

A good source of pro-vitamin A, vitamin C, E and folic acid