55 days. AAS Winner for 1999. The first round summer squash. Dark zucchini skin with a unique round shape, somewhat lighter green streaks, smooth and shiny skin with great buttery taste. Commonly used for stuffing edible, savory foods into its cavities. Improved for earliness. Can be harvested in about 5 to 6 weeks. Plants grow to 3 feet wide. Approx. 265 seeds/oz.
Growing Eight Ball Hybrid Zucchini Garden Seeds
- Latin Name: Cucurbita Pepo
- Other Names: Summer squash, courgettes
- Days to Maturity: 55 days
- Hardiness Zone: 1” deep
- Planting Depth: 24” apart
- Row Spacing: 3- 4’
- Growth Habit: 24 - 30” tall and bushy
- Soil Preference: Well-watered, moist, manure and compost - pH 6.0 - 6.8
- Temp Preference: Warmer
- Light Preference: Full Sun = 6 - 8 hours daily
- Pests/diseases: Powdery mildew
- Color: Deep forest glossy green
- Flavor: Rich, buttery, sweet
Dependable in rapid and bountiful growth, Eight Ball squash can be picked for superior flavor while young and skin is tender, about 2 ½ - 3” in diameter. Sow 1” deep, 24 inches apart, after the possibility of frost is over. Plant indoors ½ - 1” deep in peat moss pots, and secure roots to prevent damage when transplanting. Watering overhead is a common cause of plant disease; bottom watering is best.
Additonal Facts/information
The supply of nutrition is high, including Vitamins A and C, magnesium, folate, choline, dietary fiber, Eight Ball is totally round which makes it flexible for use with sausage and other stuffing. Pickled or frozen, it is a suitable candidate for emergency storage and is easy to pick for quick meals. This novelty crop is available year round.