How to grow zucchinis in pots successfully – what I learned from growing this summer vegetable in containers

Courgette plant growing in a container. Pot grown Cucurbita pepo 'Defender' courgette ready for harvesting

This summer, I committed to growing more vegetables from scratch and settled on experimenting with the zucchini. A summer squash, zucchinis are part of the gourd family and are grown for their edible fruits, as well as occasionally the zucchini flower. 

I've often been put off by larger squashes as their sheer weight and size make me pessimistic about their chances of success, and have heard how the zucchini is a tricky veg to grow, but I've found them to be surprisingly easy - it's just about handling with care and appreciating the delicacy of this summer squash.