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NOTE: This is a general list but typically if you are planting an uncommon heirloom variety the seed company denotes the species to encourage seed saving practices. Cucurbita Pepo Summer Squash (Early Prolific Straightneck, Yellow Crookneck/Early Golden Crookneck, Early Golden Summer) Zucchini (Black Beauty Zucchini, Dark Green Zucchini, Tender Grey Zucchini) Scallop Squash (Early White … More Most Common Varieties of Squash Sorted by Species

The family cubitaceae contains many species of broad-leaved vining garden plants. For seed saving purposes it’s important to recognize that pumpkins, squash, and gourds all members of this family easily cross-pollinate with one another if found within the same species. While we think of them as separate produce pumpkin is actually a term used to … More The Best Heritage Pumpkins to Grow

With spring just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about ordering seeds if you haven’t done so already. Choosing the right seed company is an important task superseded by a number of sometimes daunting questions: do you know specifically what variety you want to plant or are you looking for something different, will … More Top 10 Heirloom Seed Companies