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11 of the Best Winter Squash Varieties to Grow in the Garden

by

Kristina Hicks-Hamblin

Thinking of growing winter squash? Make sure to choose the best variety to match the length of your growing season and the size of your garden. And of course, you’ll want to pick a cultivar that will please your palate too! Keep reading to discover 11 of the best winter squash cultivars and find your new favorite.

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How and When to Water Fuchsia Plants

by

Kristine Lofgren

Woody Shrubs

Tips for Growing Dwarf Cornel (Bunchberry)

by

Kristine Lofgren

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