Squashes are fruits of various members of the cucurbita family, which are classified into summer squash and winter squash. Every part of the squash plant can be eaten, including its leaves and tender shoots, which can be cooked into omelets or soups. Squashes are easy to grow, and most varieties are prolific producers. Your garden size may determine which squash to grow. Bush squashes require smaller space than vine varieties. [click to continue…]
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Imagine that you eat the sweet, ripe melons harvested from your own garden. Aren’t they just mouth watering for you? Well, to obtain this kind of delicacy, your melons need proper treatment.
Melons are summer-type plants. They enjoy full sunlight, rich soil and three to four months of warm weather. Having a conditioned soil may benefit your melons, but the one full of organic nutrients and well-drained is much better. Keep in mind that different type of melon gets along with different type of soil. [click to continue…]
