Contributing To The Ozone Layer
Place winter squash on top of thick pads of newspapers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. If you are lucky, you may have some sort of root cellar that would be convenient for storing your squash. Check on a regular basis for rot and use within three to six months.
Refrigerate tightly wrapped cut pieces of [...]
Planting Squash:
Plant seeds 12 to 24 inches apart directly into the ground as soon as all danger of frost is past the middle to end of April. Cover with 1 inch of soil. Previously started plants will give you a head start on growing. Summer squash is very prolific and 1 or 2 [...]
The term “summer” and “winter” for squash are only based on current usage, not on actuality. “Summer” types are on the market all winter; and “winter” types are on the markets in the late summer and fall, as well as winter. Thus, the terms “summer” and “winter” are deceptive and confusing. This terminology was never [...]
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