Growing Zucchini?

Question

Okay, so Ilive in Southern Illinois and most farmers markets have already sold their zucchini. I love to make this relish and was wondering if it is to late for me to grow a batch of it in a planter or something. Dont watn t plant a garden just thought I would get one of those big terra cotta pots and grow some. Any suggestions? Is it to late to try to grow some? I dont know the slightest about gardening. Thanks for your help.

Answer 1

we live in the same area as you, not too late. but plant right away. should get zucchini by the first of Sept. skin may be a little thicker, don't spare the watering

Answer 2

I think you may be able to do it if you get started asap.  I live in Minnesota near St. Paul and my zucchini have been producing for quite awhile now.  I started the seeds in a greenhouse May 1st and planted them outside on June 1st.  We had a very cold spring so things were late...So anyway, I would guess you need about 1 1/2 months to 2 months to get your plant producing.  Your frost must be much later than ours, so you should have time.  Zucchini can get HUGE, so you should plant it in a large pot and be sure to keep it always moist...Good luck!

Answer 3

I think it maybe too late for it, unless you get pre-started plants.  Also a zucchini plant can get 4ft wide and about 3ft tall, so you may want to look into some other kind of container.