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Zucchini are notorious for playing hide-and-seek (and winning)! 'Emerald Delight' was developed with a more compact, open growing habit, to make it easier to spot those elusive, tasty squash. Home-grown squash is first-rate, and one of the most versatile of vegetables. Plants are resistant to powdery mildew, zucchini yellow mosaic virus, and watermelon mosaic virus 2.
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- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
- Growing Info
Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 50–55 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Zucchini, Bush Squash, Summer Squash (Learn more)
Native: North America
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Compact vines form a 2' tall by 3'–4' bush type plant.
Variety Info: 6"–8" long with very dark green, shiny thin skin with creamy white interior. If allowed to stay on the vine until frost, zucchini can grow to be huge.
Attributes: Powdery Mildew Resistant, Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus Resistant, Watermelon Mosaic Virus Resistant, Good for Containers, Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Sprouts in: 5–10 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ½"–1"
Space Seeds: 3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 3'–4'
Thinning: When 3 leaves, thin to 1 plant per mound
Growing Info
Harvesting: Harvest frequently to increase yield; squash seem to get monstrous overnight. While edible at almost any size, seeds are less developed in young fruit, therefore more tender. Using a knife or clippers, cut squash off including some of the stem. By including stem, the fruit is sealed and less likely to mold or dry out. Harvesting Blossoms: Look for male, non-fruit producing flowers that have long stems and harvest just before use (female flowers have a swollen mini-squash at the base of the flower and are on shorter stems).
- Todd T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 29, 2025Disease resistant as advertised
These are definitely more disease resistant than the typical dark green zucchini varieties that I was always growing. In fact I didn't think about growing disease resistant varieties till i watched an Epic Gardening YouTube video. Definitely recommend.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningAug 29, 2025Hey Todd,
Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic experience with our Emerald Delight Summer Squash Seeds! We love hearing that the disease resistance is really making a difference compared to those typical dark green zucchini varieties you were growing before. We're thrilled these are working so well for you and really appreciate the recommendation. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Barbara K.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 20, 20245 Stars
Big beautiful , prolific, healthy plants and fruits. Big bonus no powdery mildew which usually occurs with other varieties of squash in zone 9b. Costs more for seeds but definitely wort it!
- Maria F. C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJul 14, 2026Great
More resistant to powdery mildew
EGEpic GardeningJul 14, 2026Hey Maria,
We're so happy to hear about your fantastic experience with the Emerald Delight Summer Squash Seeds! It's awesome that they're showing such great resistance to powdery mildew - that's one of the biggest challenges squash growers face, so having varieties that can stand strong against it makes all the difference in keeping your harvest going strong! There's nothing better than squash plants that stay healthy and productive throughout the growing season! Thanks for sharing your Emerald Delight growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Carolyn S.WA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 10, 2026Squash
The seeds were a little slow growing, not the seeds problem, our weather has been in the 40-60. Actually nothing is growing because of the low temps.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedEGEpic GardeningJun 10, 2026Hey Carolyn,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. We totally understand how frustrating cooler weather can be when you're eager to get your garden going! You're absolutely right that those 40-60 degree temps can slow things down for most plants. Once the weather warms up, your Emerald Delight Summer Squash should take off beautifully. We appreciate your patience and understanding that it's Mother Nature calling the shots on this one. Thanks again for your feedback and for sticking with us through the slow start. Keep on growing 🌻
- Aliyah J.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 5, 2026Great Germination Rate
All of my seeds germinated! So far they seem strong and healthy. All of my seeds with this company have been very good so far!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJun 13, 2026Hey Aliyah,
We're so excited to hear about that perfect germination rate with your Emerald Delight Summer Squash Seeds! It sounds like you're off to an amazing start with strong, healthy seedlings. We love that you've had such great success with all our seeds - that really makes our day! Thanks for sharing your Emerald Delight squash success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
