August is a crucial month for squash plants, and it’s when you can make the difference between a good harvest and a record-breaking one! I've been gardening for years, and every August, I find ...

Key Points Squash bugs harm zucchini and pumpkins by feeding on leaves and fruit, leading to wilting and poor ...

I love to grow squash, but it seems like every year the insects get them. How can I stop this from happening? SB There are two main insects that are problematic for squash plants: squash bugs and ...

Locally grown squash and tomatoes at the Crescent City Farmers Market. (Michael DeMocker/The Times-Picayune) Some of the most popular vegetables grown in the home garden belong to the cucumber ...

Space — or the lack of it — doesn’t have to stand between you and a fruitful garden. You just have to be creative.

Squash BugsAdult squash bugs overwinter in plant debris near where you grow your squash. As the weather warms, they make their way to your squash plants where they feed and mate. Their eggs are ...