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The zucchini harvest directly depends on how well the flowers are pollinated. The main pollinator in this case is insects, which for a number of reasons can “unfairly” do their job and deprive the owner of the harvest. You can avoid such troubles at the seed selection stage.
Thus, self-pollinating varieties of zucchini allow you to obtain a stable harvest regardless of the weather, the presence of insects and other factors. Moreover, breeders offer a wide range of such zucchini, which allows every gardener to find a vegetable to suit his taste. Popular self-pollinating varieties, adapted for cultivation in open areas, as well as in greenhouses and greenhouses, are given below.
Early ripening varieties
Early ripening, self-pollinating varieties, which are successfully grown indoors in early spring, allow you to get the first harvest in May-June. If you have a heated greenhouse, you can get the harvest even earlier. If necessary, you can use the seedling growing method. For such early sowings, the gardener’s choice is presented below: the best varieties of self-pollinating zucchini.
Cavili F1
This hybrid was bred by Dutch selection. Its fruits ripen in 40-45 days after seed germination. The plant is successfully grown both in greenhouses and in open areas.The bush is compact, which allows you to place 4 plants per 1 m2 soil. The plant bears fruit for a long period, until late autumn. The yield of the variety reaches 9 kg/m2.
The fruits do not exceed 22 cm in length, their average weight is 320 g. The shape of the fruit is cylindrical, the color of the peel is light green, the zucchini pulp is white or with a slight greenish tint. The taste of the vegetable is excellent: the pulp is juicy, tender, crispy. However, due to its low sugar content, the manufacturer does not recommend consuming it fresh. At the same time, the vegetable is excellent for preparing culinary dishes and winter preparations.
You can see an example of growing self-pollinating zucchini variety Kavili F1 in the video below:
Iskander F1
Zucchini is parthenocarpic hybrid. It was bred in Holland, but is especially popular in domestic latitudes, since it is able to set fruit abundantly even at low summer temperatures and unfavorable climatic conditions. The variety is early ripening, its fruits ripen within 40-45 days after seed germination. The culture is resistant to many diseases, including those characteristic of a greenhouse environment with high humidity.
Iskander F1 successfully grown in open and protected areas. It is recommended to sow zucchini seeds in April. The bushes are erect, compact, it is recommended to place them 4 pieces per 1 m2 soil. The variety is characterized by high productivity up to 15.5 kg/m2.
The fruits are light green in color. Their skin is very thin and delicate. The length of the zucchini reaches 20 cm, the average weight of one fruit is about 500 g. The pulp of the zucchini is white or creamy and is particularly tender and juicy.You can see the Iskander F1 variety zucchini in the photo.
In the video you can see the rules for growing this variety, evaluate the yield, and hear feedback from an experienced farmer:
Parthenon F1
This hybrid is also a representative of the Dutch selection. Self-pollination of the flowers of this plant allows you to obtain a rich harvest of up to 15 kg/m2 even under the most unfavorable weather conditions, as well as in a barrier environment for insects (greenhouses, greenhouses). The plant is compact, not very growing, so the recommended seed sowing density is 3-4 pcs per 1 m2 soil. The fruits ripen 40-45 days after emergence. Zucchini is characterized by a particularly long fruiting period, until the end of September.
Zucchini varieties Parthenon F1 have a dark green color. Their shape is cylindrical, even, smooth. The pulp of the fruit is light green, juicy, dense, tasty. Zucchini is suitable not only for preparing culinary dishes, canning, but also for consumption raw. The vegetable is suitable for long-term storage. The length of the fruit reaches 20-25 cm, weight is about 300 g.
Suha F1
Hybrid Sukha F1 belongs to the category of ultra-early ripening, since it is able to delight with its fruits within 35-40 days after germination. Perfectly suited for growing in open areas, as well as in greenhouses. It is recommended to sow seeds in May with a frequency of 3 bushes per 1 m2 soil. The plant requires regular watering, loosening, weeding, and fertilizing. In gratitude for proper care, the variety bears fruit in a volume of up to 13 kg/m2.
Zucchini is small, up to 18 cm long, weighing up to 700 g and colored light green. There are small light spots on their surface. The skin of the fruit is thin and smooth. The pulp of the vegetable is tender and dense.It contains a large amount of dry matter, so the variety is not particularly juicy. Fruits can be stored for a long period of time after harvesting. Photo of zucchini of this variety can be seen below.
Sangrum F1
Early ripening, self-pollinating hybrid. Its fruits ripen 38-40 days after seed germination. The crop can be grown both in open ground and in greenhouses. Mature plants are represented by compact bushes, which allows them to be placed 4 pieces per 1 m2 soil. The best time to sow seeds is May. The variety is characterized by friendly fruiting.
Zucchini has a light green peel color. Its shape is cylindrical and smooth. The fruit pulp is greenish, tender, of medium density. The vegetable contains a large amount of dry matter and sugar, which makes it not too juicy, but suitable for consumption raw. The average weight of one zucchini reaches 350 g.
Above are the best varieties of self-pollinating zucchini. They are perfectly adapted to average climatic conditions and are able to produce a stable harvest regardless of external factors. Some of them have record yields, and some are excellent for raw consumption. The varieties have an early ripening period, which allows you to get the first harvest at the beginning of summer.
Unique varieties
There are not too many self-pollinating zucchini plants. Unlike cucumbers, they are a relative newcomer to the seed market, however, due to their high taste and unpretentiousness, they are popular among gardeners and have earned a lot of positive feedback from them.
Among the usual parthenocarpic varieties, there are unique types of zucchini that, in addition to high yield and unpretentiousness to weather conditions, attract attention with the unusual shape of the bush or fruit, and the color of the zucchini. These unique varieties include:
Atena Polka F1
When choosing seeds, you involuntarily pay attention to these bright orange zucchini. They are self-pollinating and are able to bear fruit abundantly even in the poorest weather conditions. The plant is a hybrid, adapted for cultivation in protected and open soils. It is resistant to many diseases.
It is recommended to sow seeds of this variety in May, when the ground temperature is not lower than +100C. The ripening period of its fruits is approximately 50-55 days after seed germination. The bushes of the plant are small, which allows you to place 4 bushes per 1 m2 land. Some gardeners prefer to sow 2-3 seeds in one hole at once, and after germination, remove weaker plants.
The advantage of the variety, undoubtedly, is not only the bright color of the fruit, but also the excellent taste of the pulp. It is cream-colored, juicy, tender and very sweet. It is consumed mainly fresh, but it is also suitable for canning. The size of the fruit is small: length up to 20 cm. The yield of the variety reaches 11 kg/m2.
Medusa F1
This hybrid got its name due to the intricate shape of the bush, which can be seen in the photo below. The plant is compact and does not take up much space; it can be grown in open ground or in greenhouses. The self-pollinating variety is considered super early; its fruits ripen within 35 days from the day the seed is sown.Jellyfish F1 has a high yield of up to 9 kg/m2.
Zucchini of this variety are club-shaped, smooth, and light green in color. Their flesh also has a greenish tint, is dense, and sweetish. The peel is thin, tender, and does not become rough when the fruit ripens. The vegetable practically does not contain a seed chamber. The average length of a zucchini is 25 cm, weight reaches 800 g.
Squash tree F1
Zucchini on a tree is a fantasy for some, but for others it is a real crop in the garden. The self-pollinating hybrid “Squash Tree F1” is represented by a bushy plant, the length of which reaches 4-5 meters. The long lashes are so powerful that they are able to curl around supports, which are often trees. In this case, the zucchini is successfully kept until fully ripe.
The culture is unpretentious in care, resistant to temperature changes and drought. Zucchini has virtually no barren flowers and bears fruit abundantly. The variety is early, its fruits ripen on average 70 days after seed germination. In general, the crop bears fruit until late autumn.
The vegetable is small, up to 14 cm long, colored light green. Its skin is thin and does not become woody as the fruit ripens. The taste of the pulp is good. Zucchini is suitable for preparing culinary dishes.
Conclusion
Choosing a self-pollinating variety of zucchini is already the key to a good harvest. However, if the rules for growing crops are followed, the yield and taste of any variety can be significantly improved. You can learn more about cultivating zucchini in the video:
This year I decided to sow a squash tree, it’s a pity I didn’t come across your article earlier, otherwise I would have sowed it near the trees. Otherwise, I’ve known this variety for several years now, excellent zucchini! The skin of the zucchini itself is soft, there are no voids inside and their seeds are small, and the flesh is softer than others. Not bad for squash caviar.