Black Beauty Zucchini, Heirloom Summer Squash Seeds

Black Beauty Zucchini, Heirloom Summer Squash Seeds — The Classic American Zucchini, Glossy Dark Green and Impossibly Prolific

Black Beauty (Cucurbita pepo) is the zucchini that defined the American kitchen garden — a compact, bushy heirloom producing heavy yields of glossy, near-black dark green fruits with creamy white flesh and mild, buttery flavor. Best harvested at 6–8 inches for peak tenderness. One of the most productive vegetables you can grow — plan to harvest every 2–3 days, or fruits will quickly outgrow their prime. Large, golden yellow flowers are also edible and delicious stuffed or fried. 50 days.

Why Grow Black Beauty Zucchini?

• The classic American zucchini — glossy dark green, creamy white flesh, mild buttery flavor
• Extremely prolific — harvest every 2–3 days to keep vines producing all season
• Best at 6–8 inches — tender, mild, and buttery at peak harvest
• Edible flowers — large golden yellow blossoms are delicious stuffed or lightly fried
• Compact bushy plants — productive without sprawling vines
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

In the Kitchen

Slice thin and sauté with garlic and olive oil for a fast weeknight side. Grill halves alongside summer vegetables. Shred into zucchini bread and muffins. Slice into soups and ratatouille. Stuff large fruits with meat, cheese, or grains and bake. Freeze shredded zucchini in 1-cup portions for year-round baking. Stuff the large golden flowers with ricotta and herbs, batter, and fry lightly for an Italian classic.

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F, or start indoors 2–3 weeks before transplanting. Sow 1 inch deep in rich, well-draining soil (pH 6.0–7.0) in full sun. Space plants 24–36 inches apart. Water consistently at the base — avoid wetting foliage to reduce powdery mildew risk. Harvest frequently — every 2–3 days — to keep plants productive. Overgrown fruits reduce yield.

Watch for: Squash vine borers, cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and aphids. Powdery mildew common in humid conditions — improve airflow and avoid overhead watering.

Packed and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor, resilience, and your garden’s success.