Astia Summer Squash

Gadzooks!

I used a three sisters approach in my raised bed (beans, corn, squash), and the zucchini is doing great. It’s compact, highly productive with large flowers that attract pollinators. The flesh is very firm allowing for steaming as an option for cooking as it doesn’t get mushy.

I really wanted these to work out.

Germination was about at the 75% mark, but the ones grown in a container only produced a few fruit, then promptly died off. The ones directly grown in the ground fared about the same. Just a few squash and then died off quickly. Might be tempted to try again because of the compact plant size, but pricey too.

Very Pleased

Very pleased with germination rate, but even more pleased with the traits of this particular variety. PM resistance and size of plants are big plusses.