You can usually move plants in pots at any time because you don't disturb the roots much. If it was mine I'd take a chance as it might not do much if left in the pot and that means you haven't much to lose. I'd make a hole for it and dig some water retaining compost in (it used to be traditional to plant a marrow on the compost heap!) and then fill the hole with water before putting the courgette in. This is known as 'puddling in'. The water will probably drain away before you get the plant in but it will give it a good start. Choose a time of day when it is cool - evening would be good as it will give the plant time to settle in the cool of the night. Then keep it watered, and fed as you are doing now. They like moisture - just think how wet courgettes are when prepared.
Thanks Joy. Im looking to make another raised bed as running out of space but hope to do this in the next couple of days. Alternatively I have some space amongst some ferns and conifers , but would prefer to use the raised bed
I successfully grew courgettes in small pots (10l), medium pots (15-20l) and in huge bags (40l). This is the first year I can have them in the ground. While they are happier in the ground, mildew can be a problem both in pots and in the ground. If they are happy otherwise (watered, fed), they grow quicker than the disease weakens them but it often kills then towards the end of the season. There are better and worse varieties for this and if you are in wet, mildew friendly area, it's worth it to grow mildew resistant varieties.
Hi edhelka thank you for the info. Do you think the oranging on the leaves is mildew? im learning that watering needs to be consistent at regular times . I learnt this last year with some black bottomed tomatoes which I think was because my watering pattern was sporadic
Poke a finger in the soil, if no compost/soil on your finger then it’s a good indicator it needs watering. Same with a cane if you will but mind the roots. K
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thank you for the info. Do you think the oranging on the leaves is mildew?
im learning that watering needs to be consistent at regular times . I learnt this last year with some black bottomed tomatoes which I think was because my watering pattern was sporadic
K