The "Uncle Fedor" zucchini variety is an early-maturing, high-yield plant that begins fruiting 45-50 days after seedlings emerge. The plants are compact and bushy, which facilitates care and allows for effective use of planting area. The fruits have a cylindrical shape, measuring 18-20 cm in length and weighing from 0.8 to 1.2 kg. The skin is thin, smooth, and light green with white mottling, while the flesh is light, crunchy, and tender, possessing excellent taste qualities.
This variety is versatile in application: the fruits are suitable for home cooking, stuffing, canning, freezing, and preparing winter snacks. Thanks to good storability and transportability, the zucchinis maintain their commercial appearance and taste qualities for a long time after harvest. Moreover, the "Uncle Fedor" zucchini is an excellent dietary product, making it in demand in a healthy diet.
For cultivation, it is recommended to sow seeds in open ground at the end of May to early June, planting 2-3 seeds per hole followed by thinning to a single plant. Seedling method is also possible: 20-30-day seedlings are transplanted after the threat of frost passes. The plants require regular watering, weeding, loosening, and fertilizing. To stimulate fruiting, regular harvest of fruits is conducted, which contributes to increased yield.
