This easy way how to grow zucchini and squash vertically is one of my absolute favorites, especially since I don’t have much room in my garden. Not only does it create more space in your garden its easier for pollinators to find and it improves air flow around your plant leaving you with a healthier and happy plant to harvest.
Zucchini and squash are a go to plant for many gardeners. Although it may be intimidating to grow for first time gardeners because of how big of a crop it can be. But today you’ll learn a new way to grow that will be your go to every time.
How to vertically grow zucchini and squash
You can effortlessly train your plant to climb up a 6-foot garden stake or a tomato cage. I use both methods in my garden. I find that it doesn’t require that much maintenance. Some may ask how do you know when is the best time to start tying up your plant is? This will be when your plant starts to flop over.
Pruning your plant
When growing zucchini and squash vertically it is important to prune your plant. What this means is trimming the bottom leaves and their steams from off the ground. This helps the plant focus on more fruit production rather than supporting the leaves. This also can help prevent the spread of any leaf disease that may occur. Some examples of diseased leaves would look either yellow, powdery white mildew or leaf spots.
Fun facts about zucchini and squash
- Squash and zucchini are really considered a fruit and not a vegetable just like tomatoes.
- The smaller to medium sized zucchinis tend to have the better flavor
- Zucchini contains more potassium than a banana
- Squash is in the same family as melons, pumpkins, cucumbers and gourds
- Squash varieties can cross-pollinate with each other
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