Jack Miller

Delicata squash does have fiber, and it’s actually one of the many reasons this winter squash deserves a spot on your plate.   A single cup of cooked delicata squash delivers around 2 to 3 grams of dietary fiber, which is a solid contribution for such a low-calorie food.   If you’ve been asking yourself … Read more

Yes, delicata squash climb, but they don’t climb the way pole beans or cucumbers do.   Delicata squash is a vining winter squash, which means it naturally sends out long, sprawling vines that love to travel across the ground.   If you give a delicata squash something to hold onto, though, it will absolutely climb … Read more

Dawn dish soap can kill squash bugs, and it’s one of the most popular homemade remedies gardeners reach for when these pests invade their zucchini, cucumbers, and pumpkins.   The idea is simple: mix a little Dawn with water, spray it on the bugs, and watch them drop.   But does Dawn dish soap really … Read more

Cinnamon does deter squash bugs to some degree, but it works best as part of a broader strategy rather than a standalone fix.   If you’ve been wondering whether cinnamon can deter squash bugs in your garden, the short answer is yes, it can help.   The strong scent of cinnamon overwhelms the sensory receptors … Read more

Crookneck squash doesn’t strictly need a trellis to grow and produce fruit.   But whether you should use one depends on how you want your plants to grow and how much space you have in your garden.   If you’ve been wondering does crookneck squash need a trellis, the short answer is no, but there … Read more