The old practice of growing marrows on heaps is not good, as it is difficult to keep them supplied with sufficient moisture. A better plan is to dig out a trench 2 ft. wide and as much in depth and to fill this with a mixture of soil, dung, compost, old leaves, etc. Then, if … Read more
Melons Fertile, well-drained soil is necessary for the good growth of these plants as they are greedy feeders. Sowing Sow melon seeds in a warm greenhouse in early April. Wait until the last week of April or the first week of May before sowing weds of vegetable marrow and pumpkin. In areas south of Chicago … Read more
Squash Ever since the first time I tasted squash in America I have grown them. There is no other vegetable quite like them and what a help they are in giving interest to winter meals! Do grow squash! This is an American gardening term covering a botanical mixture of edible gourds, C. pepo, C. maxima … Read more