Courgette Cucurbita Pepo Butterstick F1
€5.50
Courgette Butterstick F1 from Thompson & Morgan is a top-quality hybrid courgette that stands out for its beautiful, bright yellow fruit and deliciously mild, buttery flavour. This F1 hybrid variety is perfect for gardeners looking to grow early-maturing, high-yielding courgettes with exceptional taste. The tender, smooth-skinned fruits have a sweet, delicate flavour, making them ideal for a variety of dishes, including stir-fries, salads, or simply grilled with a drizzle of olive oil.
Butterstick F1 is a vigorous and compact variety, producing high yields of slender, golden courgettes that are perfect for harvesting at their peak size. The plants are bushy, making them a great option for smaller gardens, raised beds, or containers. With its impressive disease resistance and rapid growth, Butterstick F1 is a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Sowing Instructions:
For Courgette Butterstick F1, start by sowing the seeds indoors from March to April in individual pots or seed trays filled with a good-quality seed compost. Sow the seeds 2-3 cm deep and keep the compost warm (around 18-21°C) until they germinate, which typically takes 7-10 days. Once the seedlings have grown large enough to handle, transplant them into larger pots or their final outdoor position after the risk of frost has passed, usually from late May to early June.
For outdoor sowing, wait until the soil has warmed up and the risk of frost has passed. Directly sow the seeds 2.5 cm deep into prepared beds or containers, spacing the plants about 50 cm apart to allow for their growth.
Growing Tips:
Courgette Butterstick F1 grows best in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry periods, but ensure the soil drains well to avoid waterlogging. Feeding with a balanced fertiliser will support healthy growth and abundant fruiting.
To get the best yields, ensure the plants are spaced adequately to allow for air circulation and sunlight. Mulching around the base will help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Harvesting:
Butterstick F1 courgettes are typically ready to harvest 6-8 weeks after sowing. Harvest the courgettes when they are young and tender, usually around 15-20 cm in length. Picking them regularly will encourage the plant to produce more fruit and help extend the harvest season. For the best flavour and texture, don’t wait too long before picking, as older fruits can become tough and lose their delicate sweetness.
Courgette Butterstick F1 is a fantastic choice for gardeners who want to grow vibrant, tasty courgettes with a mild, buttery flavour. Its early maturity, high yield, and compact growth make it a perfect addition to any garden, whether you're growing in containers or raised beds.
Butterstick F1 is a vigorous and compact variety, producing high yields of slender, golden courgettes that are perfect for harvesting at their peak size. The plants are bushy, making them a great option for smaller gardens, raised beds, or containers. With its impressive disease resistance and rapid growth, Butterstick F1 is a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Sowing Instructions:
For Courgette Butterstick F1, start by sowing the seeds indoors from March to April in individual pots or seed trays filled with a good-quality seed compost. Sow the seeds 2-3 cm deep and keep the compost warm (around 18-21°C) until they germinate, which typically takes 7-10 days. Once the seedlings have grown large enough to handle, transplant them into larger pots or their final outdoor position after the risk of frost has passed, usually from late May to early June.
For outdoor sowing, wait until the soil has warmed up and the risk of frost has passed. Directly sow the seeds 2.5 cm deep into prepared beds or containers, spacing the plants about 50 cm apart to allow for their growth.
Growing Tips:
Courgette Butterstick F1 grows best in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry periods, but ensure the soil drains well to avoid waterlogging. Feeding with a balanced fertiliser will support healthy growth and abundant fruiting.
To get the best yields, ensure the plants are spaced adequately to allow for air circulation and sunlight. Mulching around the base will help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Harvesting:
Butterstick F1 courgettes are typically ready to harvest 6-8 weeks after sowing. Harvest the courgettes when they are young and tender, usually around 15-20 cm in length. Picking them regularly will encourage the plant to produce more fruit and help extend the harvest season. For the best flavour and texture, don’t wait too long before picking, as older fruits can become tough and lose their delicate sweetness.
Courgette Butterstick F1 is a fantastic choice for gardeners who want to grow vibrant, tasty courgettes with a mild, buttery flavour. Its early maturity, high yield, and compact growth make it a perfect addition to any garden, whether you're growing in containers or raised beds.
