Description

A vibrant yellow courgette variety producing smooth, tender fruits with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Supplied as a young plant, ready to grow on—perfect for adding colour and productivity to your garden or patio.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: June to September


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  Final Size: Up to 60–80cm tall | Spread 60–90cm


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  Position: Full sun | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil


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  Best Grown In: Raised beds, large containers or open ground


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  Supplied As: Strip

Why We Love It:

‘Golden’ is a cheerful twist on the classic courgette, bringing bright colour as well as reliable harvests. It’s easy to grow, highly productive and ideal for South London gardens where space may be limited. The fruits are tender and versatile—perfect for everything from grilling to salads, and easy to spot among the foliage when harvesting.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Not applicable – supplied as a young plant (plant out after risk of frost)


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  Germination Time: Not applicable


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  Where to Grow: Raised beds, large pots or sunny garden borders


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  Care Notes: Water generously and regularly, especially in warm weather, and feed weekly once plants begin to flower. Harvest fruits young and often to encourage continued cropping.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Plant alongside nasturtiums or marigolds to attract pollinators and deter pests. Delicious sliced fresh, grilled or roasted—its colour adds a bright touch to summer dishes.

Please note: Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.