Although the tough-skinned acorn squash is favored at local markets, another delicious squash has been overlooked.

However, unlike its ancient Cucurbita relatives, butternut squash is a recent innovation. Charles Leggett, a horticultural innovator from Stow, Massachusetts, set out to develop a more convenient ...

Squash is a staple in American kitchens, whether it's baked, sautéed, or blended into soup. This vegetable is also a gorgeous Thanksgiving centerpiece and a key component of Halloween decorations.

Prolonged drought and excessive precipitation can stunt growth. Squash plants (Cucurbita pepo) have long roots that grow deep into the soil, allowing them to be resistant to drought and heat ...