{"product_id":"courgette-defender-f1-seeds","title":"Courgette Defender F1 Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eCourgette Defender F1 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eCourgette \u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eDefender F1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performing variety known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eexcellent disease resistance and reliable cropping\u003c\/strong\u003e. Producing smooth, dark green fruits with a fine texture, this variety delivers consistent harvests throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eDefender F1 is particularly valued for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"425\"\u003estrong resistance to powdery mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping plants stay healthy and productive for longer. 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