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(Best months for growing Marrow in New Zealand - cool/mountain regions)
October: After risk of frost
This is a large, well grown version of zucchini/courgette. Skin maybe light yellow or white. Grow on raised mounds of earth/compost. Mulch to retain moisture and reduce weed growth.
Powdery mildew can be a problem especially in humid weather.
Good, cut in thick slices, seeds removed and stuffed with mince or spicy vegetable mix then baked in the oven.
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