Baby zucchini are available from domestic sources May through October, supplies in the off-season come from Mexico and Guatemala. Baby
zucchini often is sold with flowers still attached. Baby Zucchini are a member of the Marrow type of squash grown in the summer months. The skin is tender as is the flesh. The skin is dark green with yellow to cream strips, and the flesh is pale green tinged yellow with small almost non-existent seeds. Baby squash with flowers are shipped in 5-pound cartons while those without flowers are packed in 10-pound cartons. Also available are 1-pound plastic bags and 1-pint packaging for salad bars.

Baby zucchini should be kept at a relative humidity of 90-95 percent. Temperatures vary; squash should be maintained at 48-50 degrees F. to avoid chilling or spoilage.


Traditional items found at white-tablecloth restaurants, baby zucchini also are gaining popularity at retail. Promote them as elegant products for
entertainment purposes. They can be served as hors d'oeuvres, snack and salad items.