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Courgette Seeds - F1 Defender Hover over to zoom, click to enlarge
£2.99
Courgette Seeds - F1 Defender Courgette Seeds - F1 Defender Courgette Seeds - F1 Defender

Courgette Seeds - F1 Defender

Cucurbita pepo

A British bred variety, Courgette Defender is resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus which so often decimates marrow plants in our gardens. It produces heavy crops of mid-green, slightly speckled courgettes, and is best if cut regularly. Ideal for small spaces. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Great beginner variety.

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Packet Contents 20 seeds
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Compact and heavy cropping

A British bred variety, Courgette Defender is resistant to Cucumber Mosaic Virus which so often decimates marrow plants in our gardens. It produces heavy crops of mid-green, slightly speckled courgettes, and is best if cut regularly. Ideal for small spaces. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Great beginner variety.

Hardiness:5 degrees

Seeds:True

Bulbs:False

Shrubs:False

Tree:False

Plants:False

Aftercare - Easy:True

Aftercare - Moderate:False

Aftercare - High:False

Height:41-50cm

Spread:81-90cm

RHS Award of Garden Merit:True

Containers:True

Beds & Borders:True

Greenhouse, Glass House or Home:True

Prefers Full Sun:True

F1 Variety:True

Bees:True

Sow singly in pots April-May under glass at 20-25°C (69-78°F). Harvest July-October (12 weeks maturity). Pick often to ensure continuity.

HEALTH BENEFITS: High in vitamins A, C and E. CULINARY TIPS: Leave skin on when cooking. Ideal for stir-fries and kebabs.

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