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Round Courgette from Nice - Organic

"An early-maturing, generous heirloom zucchini, perfect for stuffing garden vegetables."

$4.49

Number of seeds 25 seeds

Originating in the South of France, the Round Courgette of Nice has naturally found its place in kitchen gardens, where its round, light green fruit has long been a staple in stuffed vegetable recipes. An old variety of courgette, it forms bushy plants that thrive in warm, fertile soil, helping to create a bountiful garden.

In the vegetable garden, this zucchini quickly produces a succession of round fruits, generally harvested young when their tender skin and delicate flesh are at their best. In a harmonious garden, it thrives alongside other summer vegetables and, with its foliage, helps to cover the soil and retain moisture. It is a reliable plant, productive throughout the growing season when harvested regularly.

Growing climate: Warm season
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Regular
Growth: Summer growth

Note: This variety requires a lot of heat and water, so only plant it when the soil is well warmed up and water it regularly during dry periods.

The round zucchini of Nice is particularly prized for stuffing: its round shape makes it easy to hollow out and fill with grains, vegetables, herbs, or legume-based preparations. Harvested young, its tender flesh lends itself well to quick cooking: sautéed, grilled, roasted, or added to ratatouilles and summer stir-fries. It can also be grated for vegetable fritters or incorporated into zucchini bread and cake recipes. Like other zucchini, it keeps for a few days in the refrigerator after harvesting, but is best eaten soon after harvesting to fully appreciate its delicate flavor. Larger fruits can be used in soups and purées or made into preserves or chutneys, according to local culinary traditions.