I picked up a packet of gourd seeds last spring with the thought that some of the little, colorful things would look great in my fall décor. I imagined tucking them into nooks near pumpkins, by straw ...

Selecting an appropriate support structure is key to successful vertical bottle gourd gardening. Options include trellises, ...

Some of us in the higher elevations of the Catskills had frost this past week and the rest of you in the valley should be getting prepared for your turn! In general, the closer you are to the Hudson ...

To prepare ivy gourd quickly, first wash them properly. Cut off both ends of each gourd and slice them thinly along the ...

Ivy gourd, scientifically known as Coccinia grandis, is a versatile vegetable widely valued in kitchen gardens. Popular in ...

Here we are, the last of October, and the garden is winding down fast, at least around the Sutter farm. Seems like last week I was picking tomatoes, and this week, I am pulling the plants. It looks ...

Growing your own gourds? Follow these tips: - Plant gourds where they will receive a full day’s sun. - Gourd vines are long. Some can reach several hundred feet. Train vines onto fences or trellises ...

Q. I purchased many unusual gourds from a local vegetable stand. How is the best way to dry them? How do I save the seeds for next year? A. First, let me address the issue that, due to potential cross ...