Squashes have always been on my grow-your-own bucket list, and a few years ago, I decided to give them a go. At the time, I had a small raised bed, about two metres square. I needed a variety that ...

Have you ever wondered how to grow pumpkins at home? Learn about growing pumpkins in your garden, different squash and pumpkin types, and when to pick pumpkins. Our pumpkin patch is one of our ...

Here are some things to do in the garden this week. Vegetables. Chayote (Sechium edule), a member of the squash family, is one of the easiest vegetables to grow. You simply place a whole choyote — ...

Butternut Squash is a Rare seed that was introduced to Grow a Garden on August 9, 2025, as part of the Kitchen Storm Update. If you're looking to add this crop to your garden, I've put together a ...

Chayote squash, also known as vegetable pear, is a unique and delicious vegetable that can easily be grown in your kitchen garden. Its mild, crisp texture and versatility in cooking make it a great ...

Squash is a staple veggie of summer gardens—easy to grow and low maintenance, with impressively high yields and plenty of potential uses in your cooking. But, when thinking of summer squash, it's ...