Courgette Astia F1 Seeds

A compact early cropping courgette bred for reliable performance in smaller gardens patios and containers while still producing generous smooth fruits with excellent flavour.

 

Courgette Astia F1 is a standout dwarf variety that forms neat bushy plants ideal for tight spaces raised beds and tunnel edges. Despite its compact size it produces a steady flow of glossy dark fruits with tender flesh and a mild versatile taste suited to all kitchen uses. The tidy habit keeps fruits clean and easy to harvest and makes Astia a favourite for gardeners who want high productivity without taking up much room.

 

The plants carry healthy foliage and show good resilience in mixed weather giving dependable results even in cooler summers. Astia crops early and continues producing well when harvested regularly. Its bright flowers attract bees and other pollinators and the plants thrive in full sun with rich well drained soil.

 

Seed Qty Approx 5

 

Sowing and planting

Sow indoors from April to May or outdoors from late May once the soil has warmed

Germination takes approximately seven to fourteen days at eighteen to twenty two degrees Celsius

Grow in fertile moisture retentive soil in full sun

Height forty to sixty centimetres

Spread sixty to eighty centimetres

Harvest from June to September

 

Sowing instructions

Sow seeds on their side into moist compost and cover lightly

Grow on in bright warm conditions then harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost

For direct sowing place seeds into prepared soil and cover lightly

Space plants around sixty centimetres apart for strong compact growth

 

Growing and maintenance

Harvest fruits when young for the best flavour and texture

Feed regularly through the season to support continuous cropping

Water during dry spells but avoid waterlogging

Remove older leaves to improve airflow and make harvesting easier

 

Uses and benefits

Compact plants ideal for containers and small gardens

Smooth dark fruits with tender flesh

Early reliable cropping

Excellent for grilling roasting and everyday kitchen use

Performs well in beds borders containers and tunnels

 

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