Category: strengthening food sovereignty with community gardens

What is the best squash to grow vertically?

Looking to grow squash vertically? Opt for delicata, acorn, zucchini, and yellow summer varieties. These…

What is eating my squash plants at night?

Are mysterious pests damaging your squash plants at night? It could be aphids, whiteflies, or…

How do farmers prevent squash bugs?

Farmers prevent squash bugs by emphasizing prevention through sanitation practices. Removing old cucurbit plants post-harvest…

What kind of squash grows like a vine?

Looking for a squash variety that grows like a vine? Meet Tatume, the summer squash…

What squash grows on vines?

Winter squash varieties like acorn, butternut, pumpkin, and spaghetti squash grow on vines. Winter squash…

Can you grow squash in a tomato cage?

Did you know you can grow squash in a tomato cage? By trellising or using…

How tall should a squash trellis be?

Are you wondering how tall your squash trellis should be? In my experience, a 7-foot…

Can squash plants get too hot?

Squash plants are susceptible to heat stress, leading to blossom and fruit drop in high…

Can you grow squash in a tower garden?

Squash, a popular cucurbit, thrives in various Tower Garden varieties like Zucchini, Crookneck, and Butternut.…