Vegetable

Courgette / Zucchini

One plant feeds a household. Use a big pot (40 L+).

Sun

Full sun

Water

Regular

Soil

Rich

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Fruit

summerproductive

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Thompson & Morgan offers compact courgette seed varieties well-suited for London's short growing season and smaller gardens.

Crocus

Crocus supplies sturdy pots ideal for growing courgettes on London patios where garden space is limited.

Suttons

Suttons provides reliable courgette seeds bred for UK conditions, ensuring good yields in London's temperate climate.