At the Farm is located on Highway 5 in Carver County, Minnesota - 2.5 m. East of Waconia - 4.5 m. West of Victoria - 10 m. West of Chanhassen
Donna Frantz, Proprietor - 8880 East Highway 5, Waconia MN 55387 - imthefarmer@earthlink.net - 952-442-4816

Growing Winter Squash – Acorn, Butternut, Buttercup

When to Plant Winter Squash - Warm weather, May 20 to June10 in Zone 4.

How to Plant Winter Squash - These squash run so they need room.  There are some bush varieties but I do not use them.  Plant in row, 1 inch deep.  Plant 18-24 inches apart.  3 seeds per.

After Planting Winter Squash - Weed!  You can also mulch to keep weeds down.

Harvesting Winter Squash - Squash is ready to eat when you can not put your fingernail into the flesh.  Cut from vine.  They store well.