What varieties of courgette grow in the UK?

There are several varieties of courgettes (also known as zucchinis) that grow well in the UK. Some of the most popular varieties include:

1. Defender: An early-maturing variety that produces heavy yields of dark green, cylindrical courgettes.

2. Black Beauty: A classic variety that produces large, dark green courgettes with smooth skin.

3. Eight Ball: A round, small-fruited variety that produces a high yield of dark green courgettes with a smooth skin.

4. Sunstripe: A yellow and green striped variety that produces small to medium-sized courgettes.

5. Golden Zucchini: A yellow variety that produces small to medium-sized courgettes with a delicate flavour.

6. Partenon: A small-fruited variety that produces a high yield of dark green courgettes.

7. Zephyr: A yellow and green striped variety that produces small to medium-sized courgettes.

8. Tromba Di Albenga: an Heirloom, open-pollinated variety that's a long, thin, curved and ribbed courgette.

9. Ronde de Nice: an Heirloom, open-pollinated variety that's a round, small-fruited courgette.

These are just a few examples, there are many other varieties of courgettes that grow well in the UK, with different shapes, sizes, and colours.

When they're in season you can buy courgettes online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).