Spaghetti Squash Pasta Pies
Let me tell you about the time I fell in love with Spaghetti Squash Pasta Pies. It was at this charming little restaurant in Barre, Massachusetts, called Cafe on the …
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This Homemade Pumpkin Pie Will Make You Forget Store-Bought
Let me tell you about the day I discovered this Homemade Pumpkin Pie recipe. It was a crisp autumn afternoon, and I was elbow-deep in pumpkin guts, wondering why on …
What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 7-8
July in USDA zone 7-8 is when the mercury climbs higher than a cat on a hot tin roof, and the humidity makes you feel like you're wearing a wet …
The Curious Case of Cross-Pollinated Squash
I've been growing squash in my backyard for years. It started with a few zucchini plants and quickly grew into an obsession with winter squash. There's something satisfying about …
What to Plant in October in USDA Zones 7-8
Welcome to October in zones 7-8, where the gardening season isn't winding down - it's revving up for round two! The scorching summer heat has finally backed off, leaving you …
How to Pollinate Indoor Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Squash and Other Plants
Living in the northeast, I don't take indoor growing of fruits and vegetables that seriously. I consider it more of a hobby than a sustainable source of produce, and maybe …
How to Train Squash to Grow Vertically
If you've been looking for a way to grow more squash in your vegetable garden, but don't have the space or time for lots of plants growing every which way …
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 …
How to Preserve Zucchini and Summer Squash 5 Ways
On my quest to learn how to preserve zucchini and summer squash, I had to pause for a moment and think about why it was so important to me. One …
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 …
