Gourds
Serpente De Sicilia Cucuzzi

A popular Italian edible gourd with long, slender, light green fruit; tender and delicious with a rich flavor.

About Serpente De Sicilia Cucuzzi

(Lagenaria siceraria). A popular Italian edible gourd. Long, slender fruit is a brilliant, light green color; very tender and delicious with a rich flavor. Italians eat these steamed, sautéed, or stuffed and baked. Many prefer it to zucchini, and it is indeed a gourmet treat. This ancient vegetable was popular in Italy, long before squash was brought there from the Americas. These are not bothered by many pests and tend to be very easy to grow. 75 days to maturity 8-12 hours of full to partial sun Sprouts in 3-10 days Seed Depth: 1" Plant Spacing: 18-24" Ideal Temperature: 75-90 F Frost Hardy: No