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Ronde de Nice Squash

Gardening Guide: Happiness is Summer Squash: All You Need to Know about Growing Summer Squash

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Ronde de Nice Squash

In this Plant Profile, get specific details, including the characteristics and best uses of Ronde de Nice Squash, one of our Plant Profiles featured in our Summer Squash Collection.

By Norann Oleson

Ronde de Nice Squash

Ronde de Nice Squash

As its name implies, Ronde de Nice (also known as Gourmet Globe or Round French) is usually round and it’s a speckled light green in appearance. This is a French heirloom squash dating back to the 19th century, which is pricier than others at the supermarket. Use this one for stuffing, grilling, or braising. It has good disease and insect resistance. Best when harvested at 1 to 4 inches wide.

Sun Exposure

  • full sun (six to eight hours)

Soil pH

  • 5.8 to 6.8

Hardiness Zones

  • 3 to 10

Spacing

  • 12-24 inches apart

Moisture

  • 1 inch per week

Notes

  • Sweeter than round zucchini
  • Has a meaty texture and rich flavor
  • Fruit is milky green colored

Have you ever grown Ronde de Nice, or do you think you might like to try it? Please tell us your thoughts on growing this French squash.

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heirloom squash, zucchini

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Curator’s Corner
  • Introduction
  • Feature Articles

  • Types of Squash
  • Growing Summer Squash from Seeds or Seedlings
  • Growing Summer Squash in Open Land, in Containers, or in Raised Beds
  • Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Summer Squash
  • Growing Summer Squash with Pots and Trellises
  • Nurturing and Harvesting your Squash
  • Dealing with Squash Pests
  • Dealing with Squash Diseases
  • Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Squash
  • Plant Profiles

  • Round Zucchini Squash
  • Ronde de Nice Squash
  • Tatuma Squash
  • Yellow Crookneck Squash
  • Pattypan Squash
  • Zucchini Squash
  • Recipes

  • Zucchini Cornbread Casserole
  • Zucchini Pizza Bake
  • Garlicky Summer Squash and Fresh Corn
  • Yellow Squash Patties
  • Summer Squash Bread
  • Low-Carb Yellow Squash Casserole
  • Additional Articles

  • Nutrition Facts about Summer Squash
  • Health Benefits of Squash
  • Resources about Squash
  • Squash Glossary
  • Related Articles

  • The Best Heirloom Vegetable Plants to Grow
  • 10 Beautiful Flowering Vegetables (and Herbs)
  • How to Preserve Zucchini and Summer Squash 5 Ways
  • A Delicious Summer Squash Soup Recipe to Cook from Your Garden

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