What to Plant in September in USDA Zones 9-10
While the rest of the country is breaking out their pumpkin spice everything and dusting off their sweaters, you'll still wiping be sweat from your brows and reapplying sunscreen. September …
growing winter squash
What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 9-10
As gardeners in USDA zones 9-10, August presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. While much of the country is winding down their summer gardens, you're gearing up for …
Growing Zones for Winter Squash
Winter squash, like pumpkins, are warm-season plants, and their recommended growing zones are similar. They typically thrive in zones 3 to 9 in the U.S. Here are some examples of …
Growing Winter Squash in Containers
The best winter squash candidates for container gardening are bush squash or semi-bush squash. They don’t produce side vines, so they don’t spread out, or they don’t spread out much—maybe …
Planting Winter Squash in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Winter squash need lots of sunshine in order to thrive—at least six hours of sunshine a day. They’ll tolerate partial shade, but that could reduce the size of the roots. …
Growing Winter Squash from Seeds or Seedlings
If your growing season permits it, direct sow your seeds outside; seedlings do not transplant as successfully as plants started outdoors. If you have a shorter growing season, you can …
