Our latest YouTube video explores common techniques for growing squash and melons. Ubiquitous instructions say to plant in hills, but is that right for everyone? Why are we supposed to do that anyway?
Christy walks you through the reasons why planting in mounds are good, and when it’s a terrible idea. She also shares what to do instead if your climate and soil call for it. Watch for more details:
Growing Squash and Melons – Mounds or Moats?
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Resources
Need a refresher on the difference between summer squash and winter squash? Watch this tutorial.
Expecting squash vine borers this year in your garden? Check out this helpful post.
Read how we grow squash biointensively here at Gardenerd.
If you’re growing squash in protective cages or an enclosed garden, you’ll need to hand pollinate. Here’s how.
And let’s not forget melons – here’s a favorite resource or two:
Growing Watermelons and Melons
