Jack Miller

Squash are relatively low in carbs compared to many other starchy vegetables.   If you’ve been asking “are squash high in carbs,” the short answer is no for most varieties.   That said, the carb count varies depending on the type of squash you’re eating.   Summer squash like zucchini and yellow squash are very … Read more

Squash are heavy feeders, meaning they consume a lot of nutrients from the soil to grow and produce those big, beautiful fruits.   If you’ve ever wondered are squash heavy feeders, the short answer is yes, they absolutely are.   These vigorous vines grow fast, sprawl wide, and pump out massive fruit, all of which … Read more

Squash bugs are not technically invasive in the sense of being a non-native species introduced from elsewhere.   They’re actually native to North America and have been here long before European settlers arrived.   But here’s where things get confusing: many gardeners use the word “invasive” loosely to describe any pest that spreads aggressively and … Read more

Squash bugs are bad for pumpkins, and if you’ve noticed these grayish-brown insects crawling around your pumpkin vines, you already know something’s wrong.   These pests are among the most destructive enemies a pumpkin patch can face, and they can quickly turn a healthy, thriving vine into a wilting, dying mess.   If you’ve been … Read more

Yes, Hubbard squash seeds are edible.   In fact, they’re not just edible, they’re downright delicious when you prepare them the right way.   If you’ve ever scooped out the inside of a Hubbard squash and wondered whether you should toss those seeds or save them, you’re in the right place.   Hubbard squash seeds … Read more