Zucchini Seeds

High-Performing Zucchini Varieties Developed with the Latest Technologies.

Syngenta Zucchini Varieties for Better Resistance

Syngenta South Africa offers growers in the main zucchini-producing regions with solutions to combat emerging viruses. Our high-performing varieties are developed with the latest genetic technologies to provide robust disease resistance, ensuring a healthier crop and a more profitable harvest.

High-Performing Genetics

Our breeding program is based on elite genetic material with increased resistance to the most common potyviruses. This genetic advantage ensures a healthier crop and a more profitable harvest for growers.

Different Types of Zucchini

Syngenta supplies the South African market with black, white, and yellow zucchini varieties.

New Varieties

Every year, our trials allow us to introduce new zucchini varieties in South Africa. This helps us to help you meet current production challenges and satisfy the changing demands of the market.

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A selection of our squash varieties

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AFRODITE

Cylindric Green

Attractive uniform fruits with a small and neat flower scar.

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ATHOS

Cylindric Green

Good fruit quality and disease resistance package.

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EVERGLADE

Cylindric Green

Resistance to diseases and good yield.

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STARSHIP

Others

Dark green hybrid summer squash. Starship is a medium early, bright dark green, scallop summer squash hybrid for production under plastic and in the open field. The medium vigorous plants have an open habit and produce tender, tasty, bright dark green fruits which are very well adapted for use in the baby vegetable segment.When harvested young Starship will prove to be a prolific producer of small, flavourful fruits which are easily picked due to its open plant habit.

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SUNBURST

Others

Bright yellow hybrid scallop summer squash. Sunburst is a medium late, bright yellow, scallop squash for production under plastic and in the open field. The medium vigorous plants have an open habit and produce tender, tasty, bright yellow scallop fruits on a green stem. When harvested young Sunburst will prove to be a prolific producer of small, flavoursome fruits which are easily picked due to its open plant habit.

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Your Partner in Zucchini

We offer a range of zucchini varieties that deliver high-quality fruit, well-balanced plants, and excellent yields. Our portfolio is constantly evolving to stay ahead of market trends and grower concerns, with increasingly effective varieties that combine superior traits with robust disease resistance.

Fighting Viruses with Advanced Genetics

Our portfolio boasts varieties with strong resistance to key viruses, including Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV), Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus (ZYMV), Watermelon Mosaic Virus (WMV), and Moroccan Watermelon Mosaic Virus (MWMV). This genetic protection ensures healthier plants and higher yields, giving you peace of mind throughout the growing season.

Traits & Benefits

Our zucchini varieties are bred to meet the specific needs of both producers and consumers:

Adaptability: Reliable performance across diverse climates.
Disease Resistance: Built-in protection against common viruses and diseases, reducing chemical use.
Shelf Life: Long-lasting fruits that reduce post-harvest losses.
Diversity: Available in black, white, and yellow to suit various markets.

Developing ToLCND Virus Resistance in Zucchini

Syngenta researchers have identified and selected high-potential parent lines to focus on developing resistance to the Tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus (ToLCNDV). This effort is designed to offer growers higher-performing zucchini varieties with the genetic protection they need.

We are committed to providing durable solutions to protect your crop. Stay connected for updates on our new zucchini varieties with resistance to the New Delhi virus.