Squash

Image by Campwillowlake Perhaps among the most nefarious of squash pests is the squash vine borer. Identifying and preventing squash vine borer can save your squash plants from a sudden and disappointing…

Image by vadimgouida We often have the perfect storm of summer weather conditions to contribute to a severe infection of powdery mildew on squash, specifically our butternut and spaghetti squash. The squash…

Image by EllenMol1814 Squash, especially zucchini, is a popular garden veggie loved by many. But have you ever had squash that’s bitter tasting and, if so, is bitter squash edible? This article will help with…

Image by alvintus Occasionally a plant in the squash family, which includes both summer squash (like yellow squash and zucchini) and winter squash (like butternut and acorn) will “abort” their fruit. Aborting…

Image by YULIYA KIRILLOVA Squash blossoms are glorious, golden blooms which are not only attractive, but also good to eat. Harvesting squash blossoms as food requires a little knowledge of the plant’s…

Image by Gabriel Shakour Delicata winter squash is a bit different than other winter squash varieties. Contrary to their name, winter squash are grown at the peak of the summer season and are harvested in the…

Image by Gardening Know How, via Nikki Tilley Many folks grow winter squash, which is not only nutrient rich, but can be stored for longer periods of time than summer varieties, allowing for a taste of…

Image by eag1e Native to Central America and Mexico, spaghetti squash is from the same family as zucchini and acorn squash, among others. Spaghetti squash growing is one of the more popular gardening…

Image by bhofack2 Before you begin harvesting your spaghetti squash, you must first determine if your squash is ripe and ready to be cut from the vine. It’s always best if the ripening of spaghetti squash…

Image by shakludanto Although it’s not as commonly affected by bacterial wilt as cucumbers are, squash wilt is a common problem afflicting many squash plants in the garden. This disease can quickly destroy…