Squash is an integral part of Indian kitchens, enhancing a variety of dishes. From soups and even desserts to curries, this flexible vegetable lends a distinctive taste and texture. Whether in classic ...

If you are from Texas, you probably grew up eating squash casserole — still a favorite in our home. When I decided to start a small, raised vegetable garden a few years ago, I was determined to ...

I’ve been growing yellow squash (Cucurbita pepo melopepo) all of my life, because it’s my Momma’s favorite vegetable. One year she told me she could eat her weight in squash, so I planted an entire ...

Courgette plant growing in a container. Pot grown Cucurbita pepo 'Defender' courgette ready for harvesting This summer, I committed to growing more vegetables from scratch and settled on experimenting ...

If someone put up a "Caution: Zucchini Crossing" sign, I'm not sure drivers wouldn't speed up. The way this vegetable winds up unbidden on non-gardeners' doorsteps has given it something of a ...

I've been burned so many times the past 10 years that I decided not to leave my winter squash to chance this year. Winter squashes take all summer to ripen in our area. If seed fails to germinate -- ...