Climbing' varieties of courgettes have been bred to grow vertically. They have longer internodes (the length of stem between leaves) than most. Climbing varieties include 'Black Forest', 'Wave Climber ...

Enjoy a silky smooth pasta sauce made with courgette and lemon ... stir through the golden halloumi and sliced mint leaves and serve with a good grating of black pepper.

Remove from the heat, season to taste with salt and pepper, add the basil leaves and cover to keep warm until ready to serve. Spray the courgettes with the oil and place in the oven for 20 minutes.