Cucurbita pepo Certified Organic "Dark Star Zucchini" (Cucurbita pepo) is drought tolerant with good flavor. Bonus, its open bush habit makes the plentiful slender, sweet, dark green fruits easy to spot! Each year, the Hudson Valley Seed Company commissions contemporary artists from around the U.S. to tell the story of a particular seed variety, a unique way to celebrate seeds' diverse stories before you enjoy the harvest! · Art pack, 20 certified organic seeds · Start indoors 2 to 3 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors after last frost. · Full sun · 36 iinches at maturity Your purchase is powerful. Not only does it help to sustain local artisans and preserve traditional arts and crafts, but it directly supports horticulture, research, and educational programming at the Gardens. ">