Category: How-to

I love growing a diversity of veggies in our garden but I really love to grow beans. I think I might even been known for my pole beans! But whether you grow bush or pole beans, you’ll be amazed at the size of the harvest. Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgaris Plant Family: Fabaceae Warm-season crop Did You Know? Beans are a […]

I love to grow corn because homegrown ears are so sweet and delicious. Check out my special spacing suggestions below and recommended varieties. You’ll also learn what to look for so you know your corn is ready to pick. Latin Name: Zea Mays Plant Family: Grass (Poaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Corn, or maize, was developed from a wild […]

It’s not difficult to grow winter squash once you choose a variety or two out of so many wonderful offerings! Read my best squash tips below. Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? There are so many different types of winter squash that are well worth trying. They include acorn, butternut, buttercup, delicata, spaghetti, […]

Everybody loves to grow summer squash, right? It’s a fun, easy crop to grow and is so versatile in cooking. Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Everybody loves zucchini, right? Other types of summer squash include crookneck, pattypan or scallop, and the vining trombone zucchini. Squash are native to the Western Hemisphere, especially […]

No matter what your hardiness zone is, you can still grow pumpkins! There are so many different sizes and types to choose from. Just follow my tips below and you’ll do great. Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Pumpkins are a type of winter squash. All are edible but vary in taste and […]

I love to grow cucumbers to use for snacking, in salads, and for making relish. They’re easy to grow as long as you keep them warm and well-watered. Latin Name: Cucumis sativus Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Cucumbers originated in Egypt and have been in cultivation for at least 3,000 years. They are packed with nutrients […]

When you grow cucamelons, you’ll add some extra joy in your garden! They’re fun to grow, prolific and very tasty. Latin Name: Melothria scabra Plant Family: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) Warm-season crop Did You Know? Cucamelons look like tiny watermelons and are crunchy with a pleasing hint of lemon. Also known as mouse melons and Mexican sour gherkins, they originated in Mexico […]