courgette 'Parador'

Grow in rich, fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Start indoors from mid-late April, sowing in individual pots with seeds on their side about 1.5cm deep. Harden off before June then transplant outdoors to final growing position. See vegetable cultivation

No pruning required. Regular harvesting extends cropping

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

May be susceptible to grey moulds and powdery mildews