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Caring for cucumbers involves more than just planting them in the ground—it’s about providing the right environment for optimal growth. Having grown cucumbers for over 30 years, I’ve learned that consistent watering, proper feeding, and attention to the plant’s overall care are crucial to achieving healthy, productive vines. Cucumbers require plenty of water to thrive,…
If you’re looking to grow summer squash and zucchini, you’re in for a treat! These vibrant vegetables are some of the most rewarding to grow, offering a bountiful harvest in a short period. Whether you’re interested in zucchini, yellow squash, or pattypan, knowing how to get your plants started is crucial to a successful season….
Summer squash is one of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables to grow in the home garden. With the right care and attention, you can harvest tender, flavorful squash all summer long. Summer squash comes in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes—from classic green zucchini and golden zucchini to yellow crookneck, straightneck, and scalloped…
Caring for winter squash properly is the key to growing strong, productive plants that yield flavorful, long-lasting fruit. After decades of growing winter squash in home and market gardens, I’ve developed a simple but effective care routine that supports healthy vines, improves pollination, and increases yields. In this post, I’ll share proven tips and personal…
Winter squash is a rewarding and flavorful crop to grow in the home garden, offering a long shelf life and rich, nutritious flesh perfect for soups, roasts, and baking. As a longtime gardener with decades of hands-on experience growing dozens of winter squash varieties—from sweet Delicata to hearty Blue Hubbard—I’ve learned what it takes to…
There’s nothing quite like harvesting fresh, homegrown tomatoes late into the season, long after the summer rush has ended. Over the years, I’ve learned that planting tomatoes for a fall harvest can be just as rewarding as growing them in spring—if you plan ahead. In regions where frost arrives late in the year, you can…
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