Choosing Courgette & Squash Varieties to Grow
We have a great range of different varieties when it comes to growing squash and courgettes, and of course it can be tempting to grow them all. One option, if…
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Mildew on courgettes
Powdery mildew is a fairly common issue for courgettes, squashes and pumpkins. It starts to affect them in late summer and is not something to worry about. The leaves will…
Late beans, courgettes, tomatoes & sweetcorn too! Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I can’t quite get over what a strange growing season it has been this year. I thought I’d do a little round up of what’s been going on. I know…
Courgettes & Squash – Male Flowers Come First
When Courgette, Squash, Pumpkins and Cucumbers start to flower, they normally produce male only flowers for a week or so… The male flowers, which you will recognise as there is…
Courgette – Summer Holiday
Rocket Gardens deliver fresh Courgette plug plants at the ideal time for growing in your vegetable garden. All plants are delivered with a free growing guide.
Can I grow courgettes & squash in pots?
In short, yes you can grow courgettes and winter squash in pots and containers, and here are a few tips: Choose big pots – these are thirsty plants and they…
Squash & Courgettes – Diary of a Rocket Gardener
I’ve harvested all but one winter squash now, and this morning I was pulling up the last of the courgette plants which have finally stopped producing fruit. It gave me…
Prepare for a courgette glut – recipe ideas
One of the highlights (?!) of August is the inevitable courgette glut that vegetable growers experience. Once they start cropping, they don’t seem to stop! If this sounds familiar, here…
Blossom End Rot in Courgettes and Squashes
We suspect a few of our growers out there may struggle with blossom end rot this season due to the dry weather that we’ve had lately. Once the fruit is…