Courgette De Nice à Fruit Rond - Ideal For Ftuffing, regular seeds - not treated and non-gmo, heirloom
Cucurbita pepo subsp. pepo var. pepo
French heirloom round zucchini. Exceptionally tender, fine-flavoured flesh—ideal for stuffing. (Not organic, untreated seeds.)The classic round courgette for stuffing—beautiful, practical, and genuinely delicious.
A heritage French variety you won’t often find as fresh, tender fruit in stores.
Heirloom variety (open-pollinated)
Untreated seeds (not organic)
Round green fruits – perfect for stuffing
Very tender flesh with a fine, mild flavour
Best harvested young for top texture
Where to grow: outdoors / greenhouse / sunny beds
Pick frequently to keep plants cropping
DESCRIPTION
‘De Nice à Fruit Rond’ is a traditional French heirloom famous for its round green fruits and exceptionally tender, fine-flavoured flesh. It’s the go-to courgette for stuffing: slice off the top, scoop gently, fill, and bake—simple and impressive.
Harvest fruits while they’re still young and firm for the best flavour. Regular picking encourages continuous production through the season.
GROWING GUIDE
Start indoors: sow in pots in April (one seed per pot)
Plant out: after the risk of frost has passed (often late May / early June)
Direct sow outdoors: once soil is warm (late May / June)
Sow depth: 2–3 cm
Spacing: 80–100 cm between plants
Site: full sun, sheltered position, rich fertile soil
Water: keep moisture steady; water at the base
Harvest: pick young and often (2–3x/week) for continuous cropping
MINI FAQ
Is it organic?
No. These are untreated seeds, but the variety is not organic.
Can I save seeds?
Yes—this is an open-pollinated heirloom, but courgettes cross easily, so isolation is needed for true-to-type seed.
Why is it ideal for stuffing?
The round shape is easy to hollow out and the flesh stays tender with a fine flavour.
When should I harvest?
Harvest young while fruits are firm for the best texture and taste.
Packet 10 seeds
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