Male Blossom petals removed: Pollen can be collected from the anther of male squash flower with a brush or by removing the petals and gently touching it to the stigma of the female blossom.
August 27, 2022
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Growing in North Idaho: Maximize your harvest
Late summer finds the garden in full bloom with tomatoes, squash, beans, and other vegetables ripening. Here are a few tips to help you keep your garden healthy and thriving and make the most of your harvest. Keep your garden disease and pest free by keeping leaves and fruit off the ground. Consider pruning the lower leaves of tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, and cucumbers up to 6 to 18 inches depending on the size of the plant. You can also prune sucker stems which are unproductive and can take energy away from your fruit.