littleminnie
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Post by littleminnie on Oct 18, 2011 22:18:54 GMT -5
Mine was Thelma Sanders sweet potato squash. Wow productive!
Musque de Provence did well too. Now to sell them...
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Post by txdirtdog on Oct 18, 2011 22:56:24 GMT -5
For production, the Bennings Green Tint was the best summer squash.
The Penn Dutch Crooknecks did best for winter squash so far, but I think the 2nd generation Argonaut volunteers are going to outproduce them handily over the next month or so.
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Post by sorellina on Oct 19, 2011 17:53:07 GMT -5
Ciao all-
I've never gotten a lot of scallop squash, this year included. My best summer squash this year would have to be San Pasquale Zucchini for its versatility, production, plant health, and flavour. I would absolutely grow this one again and recommend to anyone.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2011 18:31:25 GMT -5
I liked my green hubbards. Extra bonus, the squash bugs didn't like those plants as much as they liked other squash plants in the garden.
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Post by gulfcoastguy on Oct 22, 2011 9:44:02 GMT -5
Tahitian Melon was my best, Musquee de Provence second, and Pennsylvania Dutch Crooknecks were a waste of space along with the Illinois and the Green Cushaw. Tahitian Melon will be the only one of these making a 2012 repeat. I will be planting a Brazillian butternut type and an unknown moschata the size and shape of a watermelon with green and salmon colored streaks purchased at Whole Foods in New Orleans also. Not that Musquee de Provence might not do better another year and will get another chance eventually but space is limited and variety is the spice of life.
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Post by redneckplanter on Oct 23, 2011 0:30:08 GMT -5
gulf where are you sourcing the tahition from?my dawgnecks are now straight...lol but they is smokin along.
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Post by gulfcoastguy on Oct 24, 2011 21:37:13 GMT -5
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Post by littleminnie on Oct 25, 2011 18:51:43 GMT -5
I am trying to sell my pumpkins off my front porch/garage now. I put a sign in my yard. Have more large Fairytale in the garage. They just are tough to sell being so big.
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Post by spacecase0 on Oct 25, 2011 20:35:30 GMT -5
my best squash was volunteers from a pumpkin that was tossed in the garden last november the second best was the black beauty zucchini, got one that is 2.5 foot long (should have good seeds in it)
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Post by daylilydude on Oct 26, 2011 4:44:33 GMT -5
I am trying to sell my pumpkins off my front porch/garage now. I put a sign in my yard. Have more large Fairytale in the garage. They just are tough to sell being so big. The wild animal in the window might be scaring the customers off?
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Post by redneckplanter on Oct 26, 2011 12:44:46 GMT -5
nice pic minnie. tdd's dawgnecks is still poppin.
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Post by bluelacedredhead on Oct 28, 2011 7:32:17 GMT -5
My best was Lebanese Bush Marrow 3 big ones for jamming, shredding and baking. Also had a lot of Long Pie pumpkins but because I planted them sooooo late in the season, I ate all except for two as a summer squash. Look out in 2012 when I can plant in May instead of July.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 31, 2011 18:50:58 GMT -5
May I ask, for those who've grown the Musquee De Provence, what your thoughts are on this variety? I've wanted to grown them, but there seems to be a wide range of descriptions. One site says they ripen to a burnished "mahogany", whilst other sites show them dark hunter green with a blush of pastel orange. Can anyone tell me if they've ever seen one the color of dark mahogany? Also, do they taste as good as the articles imply? What weights have you been able to obtain? Any weaknesses with the plant?
Any help would be greatly appreciated! Regards, Kevin1962
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Post by littleminnie on Oct 31, 2011 19:22:36 GMT -5
They have a tan side at picking time for me. Then over the next month or two they turn mostly tan with a light patina of green. That is in the north. I find them too big for most applications and for sales. I had 4 30 pounders and the rest more like 15-20 pounds. I am not an expert on squash to compare taste. I am more about growing and selling. I did bake with them last year and it was good but cannot rank it. When cut they smell like a melon, not a pumpkin and the skin inside has a layer of green and is crunchy. I baked one last night. It was beautiful chocolate brown after baking and would be great to serve out of- stuff and bake and serve in it.
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Post by littleminnie on Oct 31, 2011 19:26:32 GMT -5
I am trying to sell my pumpkins off my front porch/garage now. I put a sign in my yard. Have more large Fairytale in the garage. They just are tough to sell being so big. The wild animal in the window might be scaring the customers off? LOL I took like 8 photos and Scout was in every one. He is the door greeter. He likes to push his shoulder into the door when you are opening it since he is so excited to rub on you. It is annoying when you are trying to get in! Then he rolls and rubs and so on before you can really walk in.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 31, 2011 20:58:55 GMT -5
Thank you Minnie! I didn't realize you live in Minnesota. My wife and I live south of the cities, near LeSueur, (Ever heard of it?) Technically, we're closer to Henderson, but I'm quite certain you wouldn't know about our little town. lol I very much appreciated your thoughts, and I look forward to growing more pumpkins next year!
Regards, Kevin
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Post by horsea on Oct 31, 2011 21:52:22 GMT -5
That sure is a beautiful Fall picture of squashes (+ cat).
My best squash out of 3 varieties was probably Jaspee de Vendee. Grows like a weed and is sweeter than muskmelon. I mean, how good is that.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 25, 2011 13:27:09 GMT -5
That one does sound great, Horsea! If I didn't already have two maximas I'd ask for a trade ;-) While I do hand pollinate for better yieldsI don't want to do the "preventing cross pollination" thing. I just don't have the time or patience for it. We like the Hopi black Squash. You can see it here: providence-acres.blogspot.com/2010/11/perfect-squash.html
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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2011 14:32:01 GMT -5
I tried growing a Grey Hubbard this year and a Sharkfin Melon, but they didn't do that well, and they were barely edible. I bought some seeds for the Hopi Black Squash this fall, and I'm really excited to grow it here next season. I've been trying to track down old varieties that are native to the four corners area (where i live) since the theory is that they are the closest varieties already adapted to my climate, and the Hopi Black was the first squash to really catch my eye! Sheryl, great to see you here! I'm really looking forward to the Hopi Black. Bytheway, you might want to double check some of your links from your blog/website. At least a few of the pages only send you to the intro_seeds page and those pages just say that the seeds are coming soon, but they don't redirect to the active shopping page. In addition i found a woman in Utah who is going to be sending me seeds of a wild (feral) squash her friend found near some old Anasazi ruins. I'm going to call it 'Wild Pueblo' Squash. I'd like to grow both next season, but I'll probably have to learn how to hand pollinate, so i can keep some seeds pure. In addition I'd like to make a deliberate cross between the two because they both might have some really great genetics. Here is a link to her blog post about the wild squash: ancientembrace.blogspot.com/2011/03/hopi-squash-soup.html
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2011 8:22:56 GMT -5
I can't grow summer squash anymore because of the squash bug. The closest to summer squash I can grow is tromboncino. Has anyone tried Delicata winter squash. I think I will order some from Pinetree. Sounds like it will be perfect for my garden.
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Post by daylilydude on Dec 4, 2011 7:45:49 GMT -5
I tried growing a Grey Hubbard this year and a Sharkfin Melon, but they didn't do that well, and they were barely edible. I bought some seeds for the Hopi Black Squash this fall, and I'm really excited to grow it here next season. I've been trying to track down old varieties that are native to the four corners area (where i live) since the theory is that they are the closest varieties already adapted to my climate, and the Hopi Black was the first squash to really catch my eye! Sheryl, great to see you here! I'm really looking forward to the Hopi Black. Bytheway, you might want to double check some of your links from your blog/website. At least a few of the pages only send you to the intro_seeds page and those pages just say that the seeds are coming soon, but they don't redirect to the active shopping page. In addition i found a woman in Utah who is going to be sending me seeds of a wild (feral) squash her friend found near some old Anasazi ruins. I'm going to call it 'Wild Pueblo' Squash. I'd like to grow both next season, but I'll probably have to learn how to hand pollinate, so i can keep some seeds pure. In addition I'd like to make a deliberate cross between the two because they both might have some really great genetics. Here is a link to her blog post about the wild squash: ancientembrace.blogspot.com/2011/03/hopi-squash-soup.htmlI checked out your friends blog, and that squash looks delish, please let us know how they do for you, I need lotsa details... LOL!
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Post by desertrat on Dec 14, 2011 10:22:26 GMT -5
My Lebanese Bush marrow and lemon summer squash were great. Thelma Sanders winter squash produced well and still eating them but pretty flavorless. Still the best tasting is my butternut but didn't produce that well. I ordered the Hopi Black winter squash and looking forward to growing it next year.
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Post by daylilydude on Dec 18, 2011 12:38:47 GMT -5
My Lebanese Bush marrow and lemon summer squash were great. Thelma Sanders winter squash produced well and still eating them but pretty flavorless. Still the best tasting is my butternut but didn't produce that well. I ordered the Hopi Black winter squash and looking forward to growing it next year. Please let us know how the Hopi Black does for you, as I was thinking about that one and want to try it!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2011 12:08:08 GMT -5
I always have success with White Scalloped summer squash, acorn and spaghitti squash. Hoping i can try other kinds of squash but my growing season is short. I've tried starting them early but have a hard time not disturbing the roots when transplanting (any helpful advise will be much appreciated). I was thinking about starting them in paper milk cartons, so that i can slit the sides and remove before planting and maybe i won't disturb the roots.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 26, 2011 14:33:23 GMT -5
Out Hopi Black Squash did really well this year! It's always our favourite! We like it because it's such a dark orange colour, much darker than most other squash/pumpkins with more beta carotene. It's also sweet, meaty and delicious!
I grew a few of the very tiny sweet dumplings too. They were good!
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Post by paquebot on Dec 26, 2011 15:14:50 GMT -5
Choice of best squash this year was Butternut by default. It was the only variety not wiped out by a massive squash bug attack. Not complaining as we'll be eating those lovely squash all winter.
Bigger plans are in store for 2012 with the addition of about 2,500 square feet of garden area. Butternut, Delicata, Guatemalan Blue, Hubbard, Jarrahdale, Really Big, and Sweet Dumpling and an un-named variety from India. Each will have 5 or 6 plants.
Martin
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Post by littleminnie on Dec 26, 2011 21:46:34 GMT -5
Squash bugs are tough because there isn't a great OG way to deal with them but I have heard good things about vaccuuming them.
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Post by gulfcoastguy on Dec 27, 2011 12:54:05 GMT -5
Check the stinkbug killer thread for the tobacco soap spray recipe.
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