Re: pumpkins v. squash?
Squash definitely need more publicity, there could be the 567.5 of squash
sitting in someone's frig and it may never be planted because of lack of
interest. How about forming the GSC (great squash commonwealth). Anyone who
has ever considered planting a pumpkin should also consider planting a squash.
If seeds are a problem, I will personally make sure anyone interested in
growing a squash gets seeds. Any squash lovers out there?
Nic Welty
John Failor wrote:
> Nic and Brett bring up good points about giant squash. What would be the
> ratio of AG's planted to that of giant Squash? 10:1? How many growers give
> all their time and effort to giant pumpkins and have a single squash
> growing over in the corner of the garden.The largest squash grown is in the
> high 900's, I believe. Thats only about 100 lbs behind the largest pumpkin
> and at this ratio it says even more. Who knows how large squash could get
> with more people planting them.
>
> But then again, what if you grow a 1100 pound squash? Who would
> really take notice? The fact is giant squash just don't get the attention
> that a giant pumpkin gets. Most people just think they are an unripe
> pumpkins. Its too bad that there isn't more incentive to grow giant squash.
> However, I think growing giant squash are just as interesting as giant
> pumpkins and plan to plant at least 1 squash plant this year. I plan to go
> with the Rockwell 879. Is it just me or have others noticed that squash
> tend to weigh heavy more often than not?
> Any other thoughtson this subject?
>
> John
>
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