Butternut squash is one of the many different kinds of winter squash such as pumpkin. Characterized by a distinctive pale yellow color and a pear-shaped fruit, the squash is a valuable crop with high ...

Squash is famous for turning one packet of seed into a mountain of fruit, yet many gardeners discover that the first planting ...

As all the old jokes about country people not locking their doors except during zucchini season imply, growing squash can be a little too easy. And while figuring out what to do with the overabundance ...

Question: I am wondering whether it is better to start squash seeds indoors then transplant outside or just wait and plant the seed outdoors. Which works better? Answer: Planting squash seed directly ...

Despite their different harvesting seasons, both summer and winter squashes typically prefer warm soil, warm air, and lots of ...

Despite it’s cold weather name, winter squash is a warm-season vegetable that can grow in most areas of the country. These are the squashes we usually look forward to with a Thanksgiving feast. Here’s ...

Large plants such as cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes require trellis support in the back of your garden, while smaller ...

Greg Pryor shares how and when to start planting a summer garden in this edition of The Happy Homestead. From potatoes to tomatoes, Pryor gives planting tips for a variety of garden staples.