By Jennifer Poindexter Squash is a favorite vegetable of many gardeners because they produce high yields, have unique flavors, and they come in different varieties which can produce most of the year. Whether you’re new to growing squash or looking for a different type of … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Summer Squash
Squash has been part of the nutritional landscape of North America for over 5,000 years. The Native Americans relied on squash and taught the early American settlers to do the same. Summer squash are members of the Cucurbitaceae family which is related to cucumbers and melons. … [Read more...]
10 Types of Garden Squash
Whether you prefer it steamed, sautéed, baked or in bread, squash is one of Mother Nature’s super foods. Squash is high in vitamin A, antioxidants and fiber. These members of the cucurbit family include summer squash, winter squash and pumpkins. Inedible gourds, also classified … [Read more...]