Zucchini

Zaid and Rabi Season Uttar Pradesh Life Cycle 40–55 days

Season of Crop

Zucchini can be grown in both Zaid and Rabi seasons. In Hardoi, it is grown in February–March (Zaid) and October–November (Rabi).

Crop Life Cycle

Zucchini is ready for first harvest 40–55 days after sowing.

Germination: 5–7 days.

Vegetative growth: 20–25 days.

Flowering: 30–35 days after sowing.

First harvest: 40–55 days.

Total duration: 70–90 days.

Crop Overview

Zucchini is a modern vegetable with high demand in urban markets and hotels. It is grown like bottle gourd and matures quickly. Progressive farmers in Hardoi are getting good prices from its cultivation.

Key Characteristics

  • Plant type: Vine, spreading
  • Fruit color: Green or yellow
  • Fruit length at harvest: 15–25 cm
  • Uses: Vegetable, soup, grilled
  • Sowing: Direct seeding

Growing Regions

Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab (more near urban areas)

Sowing Calendar for Hardoi Region

Season Nursery / Sowing Transplanting / Sowing Harvesting
Zaid Feb–Mar Direct sowing Apr–Jun
Rabi Oct–Nov Direct sowing Dec–Feb

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