One of the most popular kinds of winter squash, the butternut variety is tan when ripe and has a bulbous base, narrower “torso,” and orange flesh. It has the sweetest flavor about 2 months after it is ...

Harvesting summer squash at just the right time is vital if you want to the benefit of the best taste and texture. An easy vegetable to grow, summer squash is an excellent addition to your vegetable ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Harvesting any type of crop can seem straightforward. You wait until it looks ripe, pick it, then eat it. The reality is often more ...

Pumpkins may get all the credit as the favorite fruit of fall, but that doesn't mean butternut squash doesn't deserve its flowers, too! As far as fall flavors go, there's nothing like the nutty, sweet ...

If you grew pumpkins or squash this year, congratulations on a job well done that you guided them through the growing season. Highlighted below are tips on proper harvesting and storing techniques to ...

As we move into the last part of our growing season, winter squash, also called hard shell squash, is beginning to look ripe. These squash include acorn squash, butternut, buttercup, delicata and ...

When it comes to the fall harvest, pumpkins may get most of the spotlight. But that doesn't mean butternut squash doesn't deserve its time to shine, too! As far as fall flavors go, there's nothing ...

Here are some tell-tale signs for when winter squash are ready. Winter squash can be a great addition to your vegetable garden. From acorn and butternut to delicata and pumpkin, these can provide a ...

Last Sunday was the autumn equinox and the official first day of fall. The equinox is a special time, as day and night, warmth and cold come into balance before the light gives way to the darkening ...