Looking to plant pumpkins and squash in your garden? Wise decision! These plants are as gorgeous as they are practical! Let us walk you through the intricates of pumpkin gardening, various types of pumpkin and squash, and how to care for them.
![How Much Water Do Pumpkins Need? [And How Often To Water Them]](https://gardentabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Three-huge-pumpkins-on-a-staircase-300x200.jpg)
Pumpkins are a fantastic addition to any vegetable garden, but their water needs can leave a gardener stumped. How much water do pumpkins need? We researched this in-depth so you…
Do deer eat pumpkins or the pumpkin plants? You want to plant them in your garden this year, but wonder if it's worth the effort. Deer tend to mow down…
If you are trying to grow the most fabulous pumpkin this year, you probably already know that pumpkins are heavy feeders. Nurture your pumpkin patch by fertilizing the soil weekly…
Do you have childhood memories of pumpkin patches and jack-o-lanterns? Why not make a pumpkin patch in your garden this year? Pumpkins are easy to grow and will grow in…
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Growing pumpkins in your garden can be lots of fun but it often leads to a surplus. Which may leave you wondering - what on earth can you do with…
![How To Grow Jarrahdale Pumpkins [Care Tips, Photos and More]](https://gardentabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FEATURED-How-to-Grow-Jarrahdale-Pumpkins-Care-Tips-Photos-and-More-300x200.jpg)
We all love a good pumpkin pie or soup, especially in the colder seasons and that’s right where the Jarrahdale pumpkin comes in - and why you should consider growing…
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Ah, pumpkins. Is there a more iconic symbol of fall? These round, orange squashes are a staple in autumn displays and tablescapes, and they're fun to grow, too! Growing Pumpkins…
Buttercup squash is winter squash, which means it will take the entire growing season for fruit to grow and ripen. It is one of the species of Cucurbita Maxima. Cucurbita…
After 10 generations’ worth of genetic mutation, Roy Pearman laid claim to one of the most visually-iconic pumpkin species seen today: the Knucklehead pumpkin. The warts are not symptoms of…
Odds are, you’re already familiar with Howden pumpkins. They are the classic “Halloween” pumpkin most likely to be carved into jack-o-lanterns and displayed on porches. While very common in the…
Thinking of adding to your squash varieties in your garden, but aren’t sure where to start? Japanese kabocha is a great option. Here’s what you need to know to start…
With so many different varieties of pumpkins, it can be hard to choose the best one to plant in your garden. If you are wanting a beautiful, bright orange pumpkin…
Delicata squash seeds have been around since the 1890s, but it’s prominence is only now increasing since Cornell developed a variety that most squash diseases don’t affect. This type of…
Pumpkins are great for cooking as well as carving. If you’re growing them for the first time and are curious about the harvesting process, you’ve come to the right place.…
![How To Control Pumpkin Vines [6 Practical Tips!]](https://gardentabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FEATURED-How-to-Control-Pumpkin-Vines-6-Practical-Tips-300x200.jpg)
One integral part of the pumpkin plant is its vines. Providing them with proper maintenance is essential for a successful harvest. Learn to know how to control pumpkin vines with our…
Turban squash is a beautiful, heirloom winter squash that dates before 1820. It is a cultivar of Cucurbita Maxima and very closely related to the buttercup squash. Turban squash varieties…
Are you craving for pumpkins in Florida? Do you long to grow this smooth, delicious fruit in your own private garden? If your answer is yes, then you have definitely…
While planting pumpkin seeds, you usually only expect vines and fruit. What most people don’t know is that blossoms are necessary for fruit growth. Bright orange or yellow colored flowers…
It would be hard to believe but pumpkins weren’t as popular as they are today. Sources from ancient literature show that pumpkins weren’t even a staple fruit, much less home…
The most natural question after you’ve planted your pumpkins is to ask exactly how many of them will grow per plant. The answer, of course, is a combination of many…
If you are growing butternut squash for the first time, knowing when and how to harvest it is essential. Harvesting your fruit at the wrong time or using the wrong…
Squash is the common name for four species in the Cucurbita genus that comes under the Cucurbitaceae family. Squashes originated in America. They are characterized by unisexual flowers, hairy stems,…
![How To Grow Pumpkins In A Pot [A Complete Guide]](https://gardentabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FEATURED-How-to-Grow-Pumpkin-in-a-Pot-300x200.jpg)
Have limited space in your garden and wondering whether you can grow a pumpkin plant in a pot? Or maybe you're living in an apartment and the only option to…
![When To Plant Pumpkins? [By Pumpkin Type and Growing Zones]](https://gardentabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FEATURED-When-to-Plant-Pumpkins-By-Pumpkin-Type-and-Growing-Zones-300x200.jpg)
Every gardener has to tackle the all too important question about when to start growing a pumpkin. Pumpkin seeds sprout up fast if the conditions are ideal. Make sure the…
Giant pumpkins are extra thick, dense, and can weigh anywhere from 150 pounds to over a ton. Once fully grown, these lumpy pale pumpkins catch the eye, for obvious reasons.…
Pumpkins are a great addition to any garden, but what if you are limited to the amount of garden space that has full sun. This may leave you wondering if…
Does growing pumpkins in Texas seem like an intimidating task to you? You need not worry. Contrary to what many believe, because of their long growing season, pumpkins thrive in…
Halloween and pumpkin patches go side by side. If you have never been to one, you might be wondering what exactly the entire buzz is about. Read to know what…
One of the most popular ‘pumpkins’ of the autumn season is the Dickinson pumpkin. We all know pumpkins are the mainstay of the autumn season, as they give flavor to…
Looking to plant some interesting pumpkin and squash types in your garden? Wondering where to get the seeds for them? Why settle for the limited selection in your local store…
Thinking about growing pumpkin but not sure how long it would take? Wondering when to start or how long it'll take before you can harvest your plants? We've researched this…
Pumpkins can be such strange vegetables. Going beyond the classic large orange variety, there's a whole world of weird pumpkins out there. White, blue, green and black, in an array…
Squash is well known as one of the easiest and most prolific plants you can grow in your garden. They are also known for their sprawling nature and the amount…
