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Cushaw Squash Varieties

Cushaw Squash Varieties

Among the”three sisters”, squash is an American first, having sustained native inhabitants for thousands of years before its adoption as a significant food source across the world. Of the many species from the genus Cucurbita, the mixta species — primarily the cushaw squashes — contain a number of the largest varieties. These are normally lumped with winter squashes however they are good fresh and cooked as summer squash when little. Regardless of variety, the cushaws are almost all uniformly sweet,…

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The Best Way to Harvest Kale In the Garden

The Best Way to Harvest Kale In the Garden

Rich in minerals and vitamins, kale (Brassica oleracea var. Acephala) is a versatile and beneficial member of the cabbage family. Simple to grow kale, together with collards, is the hardiest of all members of the Brassica family, according to Floridata — it can be harvested on a continual basis. The crucial thing is to harvest it correctly lest it stop generating. Growing Conditions An abundant harvest begins with a healthy head of kale, and that is obtained by providing optimum…

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