You’ve heard the jokes about what to do with too many zucchini. But – for many of us veggie garden lovers, at least – there is no such thing!
Just one of the many members of the summer squash family, zucchini is a fair representation of the qualities we love about these fruits.
Thin skins, versatile flavors, tender flesh, and bold colors are just a few of the reasons why gardeners across the United States are in love with every kind of summer squash.
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Maybe you’re new to growing this garden favorite, or an old hand who wants to improve your harvests with bigger yields of better-tasting produce.
Whatever your level of experience, this guide is for you. Here’s what’s to come:
Read on to find out how easy it is to grow most any variety and learn about new kinds of squash you may want to try out this year!
The Best Cultivars to GrowI can never plant just one variety of summer squash in my garden.
And why should I? With so many types to experiment with, I usually recommend at least a few of these well-loved types for planting:
Patty PanAlso known as “scalloped squash,” these small, spaceship-shaped fruits are best enjoyed when they’re no larger than 5 inches across.
They come in a variety of shades, from creamy white to a bright yellow. Tasty in stews, my favorite way to prepare them is roasted alongside root vegetables!
‘Early White Bush Scallop’ Seeds
Try out the most popular variety grown in the South – ‘Early White Bush Scallop’ seeds are available from True Leaf Market.
Yellow CrookneckThis bright yellow squash with a curved neck stores well in the fridge after
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