{"product_id":"zucchini-round-50-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Zucchini Round 50 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eRound Zucchini\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a playful shape and mild flavor to your summer vegetable garden. This robust bush-type heirloom produces rounded green summer squash that are generally best harvested at approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter. This packet contains 50 non-GMO, heirloom seeds for fruit suited to stuffing, slicing, roasting and everyday squash dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rounded shape makes each young zucchini a natural little bowl for a savory filling. Scoop out the center for rice and vegetables, or cut the fruit into wedges and slices for a quick skillet meal. Its mild flavor takes well to garlic, tomatoes, fresh herbs and cheese, giving you plenty of ways to use a productive garden harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlants have speckled green foliage and can be heavy producers under suitable conditions. Developing fruit grows quickly, so check frequently once flowering and fruiting begin rather than waiting for a weekly harvest. Pick while young for tender texture, and share surplus with neighbors or preserve it using a reliable food-preservation method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 88%. Test Date: 3\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Round Zucchini?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive round fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fun alternative to elongated zucchini, particularly useful for individual stuffed portions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs easily with savory fillings and familiar summer-squash seasonings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTender young harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick at approximately 3 to 4 inches across before fruit becomes overgrown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBush-type growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e A robust plant for beds with enough room for mature foliage and harvesting access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProductive harvest potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequent picking helps maintain fruit quality during suitable growing weather. Yield varies with care and conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom and open-pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e A traditional garden choice. Seed saving requires fully mature fruit and suitable isolation from compatible squash varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed. Plan later sowings only where enough warm-season growing time remains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun for vigorous growth and flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare fertile, well-drained soil and incorporate finished compost as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow packet instructions for depth and spacing. Keep the seedbed evenly moist during establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow room for the bush's large leaves, airflow and easy access to fruit. Thin crowded seedlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently, especially during flowering and fruit development, without leaving soil waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow soil-test or fertilizer-label guidance rather than feeding excessively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e No climbing trellis is normally required for a bush plant. Avoid damaging stems while tending plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage pollinating insects and avoid unnecessary insecticide use during bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check plants often and cut young fruit from the plant with a clean knife or pruners. Aim for approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect foliage and stems for pests or disease and follow local gardening guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hollow out young round fruit, leaving sturdy walls, then bake with a cooked savory filling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into similar-sized wedges, toss with oil and seasonings, and roast until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook slices or diced pieces with garlic and herbs for a quick side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut thick slices and grill until tender with light char marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add diced zucchini near the appropriate stage of cooking to retain texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow tested dehydrating guidance. Store only thoroughly dried produce in suitable airtight containers and discard anything showing spoilage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Round Zucchini Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow 50 heirloom seeds for mild round zucchini and creative garden-to-table meals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeneral reference for 1 cup sliced raw zucchini, approximately 113 grams. Values are approximate, not variety-specific testing, and apply to harvested zucchini, not planting seeds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.4 grams (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.5 grams (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.1 grams (4% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.8 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.4 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit shape, size, color, yield and timing vary with climate, soil and care. Germination test results do not guarantee identical garden performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep seeds cool, dry and dark, protected from heat and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local frost dates and warm-season planting guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packet seeds are for planting. Culinary references apply to harvested fruit. Do not consume squash that tastes unusually bitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eRecipe: Baked Rice and Tomato Stuffed Round Zucchini\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound zucchini becomes an edible bowl for a savory vegetable filling. Use harvested zucchini, not planting seeds. Serves 4. Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: approximately 35 to 45 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 young Round Zucchini, approximately 3 to 4 inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon olive oil, plus a little for brushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ cup finely chopped onion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 garlic cloves, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup diced tomato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup cooked rice, freshly cooked or safely refrigerated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ teaspoon dried oregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ cup shredded mozzarella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon chopped parsley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the oven to 400°F. Wash zucchini, cut off the stemmed tops and scoop out the centers, leaving walls approximately ¼ to ½ inch thick. Chop enough scooped flesh to make 1 cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush the shells lightly with oil and place upright in a baking dish. Bake empty shells for 15 minutes while preparing the filling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion for 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and chopped zucchini flesh and cook another 3 to 4 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd tomato, cooked rice, salt, pepper and oregano. Cook until the filling is hot throughout, stirring regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully fill the warm shells and top with mozzarella. Bake for another 20 to 30 minutes, until zucchini is tender, cheese is melted and the center of the filling reaches 165°F. Loosely cover if cheese browns too quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter with parsley and serve warm. The stemmed tops may be baked alongside as a garnish; do not eat the tough stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers within two hours in a covered container, use within 3 to 4 days, and reheat the filling to 165°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.growingadoomsdaygarden.com\/growing-a-doomsday-garden.html\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173858840833,"sku":"44481TLM bs","price":3.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/zucchini-round.png?v=1791317029","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/products\/zucchini-round-50-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}