How To Grow Zucchinis In Containers
How To Grow Zucchinis In Containers
Growing Zucchinis and Squash In Containers Or Pots Is Easy! Although very large plants, Zucchinis, or Summer Squash, actually have quite shallow root systems in relation to their size. They are quite easy and most definitely fun to grow in large pots or containers!
In this video, I’ll show you how I obtain my Zucchini starter plants in the spring and how I then pot them up into 5 gallon pots to grow on my patio or deck.
Zucchinis are a large, summer plant that needs full sun and a quality organic mix to grow properly….but beyond that, they are maximum producers and a modern staple in every backyard garden!
Link to the Ultimate DIY Potting Mix: https://youtu.be/cP-7_7YT9jk
Zucchini Growing Series:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/UdTCDEp9KUc
Part 2: https://youtu.be/eQxl1D2W4NU
Part 3: https://youtu.be/K21vezsUfSs
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Thank you. I was curious about how they do in containers. Only mistake I made so far is not planting deep enough.
Too bad you can’t RE grow Zucchinis
New to the channel, you’ve earned my subscription this was awesome!
So you think I could do this on an apartment balcony in Nashville after spring stops dipping below 55F at night?
Great tips!
I have a 17gal round container that I’m using. Could I plant three black beauty zucchini plants in the container?
Don’t forget about harvesting the male flowers, dipping them in batter, and frying them up in oil for a tasty summer snack! i fiori di zucca!
Hi, Nice videos, I have noticed that these plants are very vigiorous and big feeders, I live in the south, do you think I can grow these year round? Ty again
Thank you for the video! Do you have any tips for growing zucchini indoors?
Very good video. Thank you.
Did this today!! 🙂 planted alot of different veg in containers. Wish me luck.
My zucchinis in containers are turning yellow. They’re setting fruit and they’ve been out since May 17. What should I do?
Thank you!
So I bought an aerogarden like device on 6/2 my zucchini took off like gangbusters. I had to repot into some dirt as it was becoming too top heavy and would’ve snapped and died if I left in the hydroponic situation. Its still growing great! About to repot it again as its growing too fast! Will pick up some mulch and a 5 gallon pot tomorrow
From seed starter to small pot is 4~6 weeks. Then to main pot after how much time?
New to gardening also new sub (: ❤😁 sending lots of love and growth to those plant’s i swear i get excited as soon as i see my plant grows
Nice video, very informative, thanks for sharing👍
What would be the reason my zucchini is coming in slender and smaller? I’m growing in 10 gallon containers?
I use fish emulsion to fertilize every 2 weeks
Hi, I’ve just been given one of these young zucchini plants, is it right you have to self pollenate the plant ? Many thanks.
Potting mix was? Just peat?
Can you eat courgette leaves
Hi where can I find the mix that you spread out at the top of plant. Thanks
Can I put 2 zucchini in one pot
could you have put two plants in that pot?
Wat size is ur pot??? Thank u!!!
never thought about paper under the pot good idea coz the soil always fall threw, Tha soil looks like coco fiber
Why can’t I direct sow into the pot
Yay container gardening edibles. Thank you.
Such a helpful video, about to plant zucchini 😁
Do you stake your zucchini in pots
Can you use JUST freshly cut grass?
My zucchini is huge and is tipping over in the raised bed. Should I stake it? Or tomato cage or something? It’s about to a much my tiny bell pepper plant. 😬😬😬
Excellent video, thank you!!
Can I bury my zucchini stem?
How tall the containers should be for transplanting, flowering to harvesting? Also, are large plastic dustbins are good for growing Zucchinis?
He straddled the stem.
Thanks for your valuable information
There by are people , even experiace gardeners like myself who do learn from your tutorials and appreciate it them ,very much so .
Sincerely mblausey1@gmail.com
I’ve heard that zucchinis actually have quite a long root system (and tape root) and one should have at least 36 inches of depth. I’m new at gardening and I have zucchini plants that I was hoping to plant in 5-gallon pots. They are all trailing plants (not the bush variety). Is it still okay to use pots? Thanks so much. Love your channel.
I need to understand what kind of monster zucchini has seeds that big?! Have I only ever eaten a baby zucchini bc the seeds are super small?
What size grow bag would be the best for zucchini and squash? Still 5 gal or should it be bigger since it doesn’t have hard sides?
I tried to grow zucchini in a pot last year and it was going strong but never produced
Question: after I take the Zucc from 1st step to 2nd step, where do I put it, until I put in ground, back under grow light or in a greenhouse?🤷🏽♀️ And for how long?
Plant spacing is often overlooked until it is too late and you’re staring at an overgrown jungle. Check out the basics of spacing out your veggie garden!: https://youtu.be/I-PUYO3w9tQ
Help! My zucchini is in a five gallon pot. It is growing and producing but I didn’t mulch it. It keeps running out of water mid day and we haven’t even gotten to the heat of the summer yet! Is it too late to add mulch?
Climate condition for zucchinis
I just got my first zucchini plant, and it’s in a fairly small pot- maybe 6×8 inches or so…. It’s a tiny one, but will I have to transplant soon? Or can i keep it in there for a bit until it flowers or makes some small fruits? (Sorry I’m new to this and the guy at the garden store just gave me the small plant and pot together for free and told me have a nice time) lol
I’m just curious why you plant the zucchinis on the side? May I know why? 🤔
Hello Jeff, Can I use cut newspaper for mulch or combine with clippings of grass. I can’t find any straw here, California thank you again 🙏🏻😇🥰
What about peat moss in the bottom
Can you mulch with newspaper?
If you’re just starting out gardening in 2020, this inexpensive set of tools from Amazon can get you and your Zucchinis up and running this spring! I know there is a fevered and renewed interest in gardening and many of you are seasoned vets. But remember that there’s a whole population out there that hasn’t gardened before. Let’s help them out and encourage as much as possible! Affiliate links below:
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2xXLfbG
Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/3aoN1AN
Amazon U.K.: https://amzn.to/2XrQA5A
The 10×20 nursery trays are a gardener’s NECESSITY. Use the Amazon Afilliate links below to find the right ones!
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2JFB4uM
Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/2wQCeBd
Amazon U.K.: https://amzn.to/2xepyEi