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Central Sierra: Grow Your Own Festival (LT MG)

Jun 6 2025

Join the UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin for a free community event celebrating the joys and benefits of edible gardening in high elevation regions.  Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event has something for everyone!Edible plants chosen specifically for Tahoe's…
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Pumpkin

Pumpkin, Cucurbita pep, is a winter squash that grows from a flower. It is a fruit, but it is usually prepared as a vegetable. The plant has male and female flowers. Pumpkins need lots of growing space and may be trellised.
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Squash harvest College of Marin Indian Valley Organic Farm and Garden photo Jean Christofferson
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Squash - Summer

Summer Squash, Cucurbita pepa Grow Sheet. Easy, prolific warm season vegetable. Good source of vitamin A and potassium. High producer; bears fruit until weather cools in the fall.
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Winter Squash on the vine, Marin Edible Demonstration Garden photo Marty Nelson
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Squash - Winter

How to grow Winter Squash, Curcurbita pepo (acorn) and Cucurbita maxima (butternut).Winter squash originated in the Americas and thrives in Marin's Mediterranean climate. Varieties include acorn, butternut, Hubbard, pumpkin, and spaghetti squash. Bush and vining varieties available.
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Summer Squash (including zucchini)

Transplant or direct seed: May–July, possibly April for transplanting. For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 70°F and soil temperature is over 65°F. Start in pots for transplants: March–June; ready to transplant in 4 weeks.
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Winter Squash (including pumpkins)

Transplant or direct seed: May–June For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 75°F and soil temperature is over 65°F Start in pots for transplants: April–May; ready to transplant in 4 weeks
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