You love enjoying fresh-from-the-garden squash and incorporating vegetables into your meals. While these plants are popular choices for gardeners of all skill levels, many who are just developing ...

Squash plants are not only prolific producers, but many types, both summer squash and winter squash, also get quite large. Their sprawling vines overwhelm smaller vegetables and other nearby plants.

Learn how to grow zucchini and squash vertically to save space, improve airflow, and reduce disease risk. Includes tips for converting an existing squash garden to a vertical setup. #VerticalGardening ...

Pumpkins aren't the only gourds to grow for harvest in the fall; several edible winter squash varieties are just as perfect for picking in the same season.

Remember that fairy tale about Jack and the Beanstalk? It’s probably the most famous example of “growing up” or vertical gardening. “Growing up” expands your garden’s potential because growing ...

Squash tastes better when it comes from your garden. Although winter squashes are delicious, their rambling vines take up a lot of space. Every square foot in a vegetable garden is valuable real ...

Have you ever wondered how to grow pumpkins at home? Learn about growing pumpkins in your garden, different squash and pumpkin types, and when to pick pumpkins. Our pumpkin patch is one of our ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. If you ...