Squash
Growing squash plants isn’t difficult once you know the basics for the proper care of squash. Learning how to grow squash successfully includes becoming familiar with the types of squash grown, what conditions they prefer, and common squash pests or diseases that may affect them. So to find out more about growing squash plants, continue reading for advice on the general care of squash in the garden.
Squash
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What A Female Flower And A Male Flower Look Like On A Squash Plant
Mother Nature put both male and female squash blossoms on the same vine, but they?re too far apart to make fruit without a little help. Learn how to tell the difference between them here.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Will Squash Grow In Pots: How To Grow Squash In Containers
When garden space is scarce, it is good to know that a number of plants will happily thrive in containers. There are a number of varieties of squash that are appropriate for container gardening. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson
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Yellowing Squash Leaves: Why Squash Leaves Turn Yellow
Your squash plants were healthy and green and lush, and then one day you noticed that the leaves were getting yellow. Why are the leaves turning yellow? Read here for reasons and fixes for yellow squash leaves.
By Heather Rhoades
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Hollowed Out Squash: What Causes Hollow Squash
Hollow squash appears healthy until you harvest the fruit and cut it open to find a hollow center. Several factors can cause this condition, which is called hollow heart disease. Learn why this happens in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Squash Pests: Identifying And Preventing Squash Vine Borer
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 death. Learn how to control squash vine borers here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Powdery Mildew Control On Squash: Treating Powdery Mildew In Squash Plants
It is not uncommon for squash leaves to have powdery mildew but as it affects yield, how can you go about treating powdery mildew in squash? This article will help with the prevention and treatment of powdery mildew on squash.
By Amy Grant
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Squash Is Bitter Tasting: Reasons For Bitter Squash Taste
Squash, especially zucchini, is a popular garden veggie loved by many. But have you ever had squash that is bitter tasting and, if so, is it still edible? This article will help with that as well as what causes bitter squash.
By Amy Grant
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Squash Fruit Falling Off The Plant
Occasionally a plant in the squash family will "abort" their fruit. It can be very frustrating for a gardener when this happens. Read this article to learn what to do for squash fruit falling off the vine.
By Heather Rhoades
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Delicata Squash Information: Tips On Growing Delicata Winter Squash
Contrary to their name, winter squash are grown at the peak of summer and harvested in the fall. They have a hard rind and can, therefore, be stored for future use in a cool, dry area for months. What makes Delicata winter squash so special then? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Cracking Squash Fruit – Reasons For Butternut Squash Shell Splitting
Like other winter squash, butternut squash may be prone to problems - amongst these may be fruit split in butternut squash. What causes butternut shell splitting and is there a remedy? Get more information and find out in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Spaghetti Squash Plant: Tips On Growing Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash growing is one of the more popular gardening activities. Find out how to grow and store spaghetti squash in this article.
By Susan Patterson
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Determining Spaghetti Squash Ripeness: Will Spaghetti Squash Ripen Off The Vine
Before you begin harvesting your spaghetti squash, you need to determine if it's ripe and ready to be cut from the vine. This article will help.
By Susan Patterson
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Squash Wilting And Dying: Signs Of Squash Wilt
Squash wilt is a common problem afflicting many squash plants in the garden. This disease can quickly destroy entire crops, but this article can help with proper wilt control management to alleviate its threat.
By Nikki Tilley
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Cushaw Squash Plants – How And When To Plant Cushaw Squash
If you reside in the American South, you may be familiar with growing cushaw squash. These heirlooms have a number of benefits. So how to grow cushaw squash plants and what other interesting information can we dig up on them? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Summer Squash Types – Different Summer Squashes You Can Grow
Summer squash plants differ from winter squash because most summer squash varieties bear their fruit on bushy plants rather than vining or sprawling plants like winter squashes. But like winter types, there are numerous varieties. Learn about summer squash plants here.
By Darcy Larum
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Tips For Growing Squash
Squash is among the most commonly grown plant in the vegetable garden. There are many varieties of squash and all are grown quite easily. Read this article for tips on planting squash in the garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Hardening Off Squash - How To Store Squash Over The Winter
It is important to know how to store squash to increase their life. The fruit needs a little preparation before keeping winter squash to enhance its freshness. To learn how to keep squash for the winter, click here.
By Bonnie L. Grant