Vegetables

Squash is one of the easiest and most rewarding crops you can grow in your Arizona garden! Whether you’re dreaming of tender summer squashes or hearty winter varieties like butternut, acorn, or spaghetti squash, this versatile plant is a garden powerhouse. With a little care, each plant can yield up to 10 pounds of produce!

So, are you ready to fill your garden beds with delicious homegrown squash? Below I’ll share tips on the when and where to plant and how to care for squash.

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Fresh green beans are a favorite among gardeners. They are great fresh or cooked. These easy to grow vegetables are a great addition to your garden.

Are you ready to grow green beans in Phoenix or zone 9b? Find out the best time to plant and how to grow green beans.

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Zucchinis, also called summer squash, are easy to grow in Arizona. They are part of the Cucurbitaceae family. Zucchini has two growing seasons in Phoenix. Plant zucchini in the fall and again in the spring.

They can take a lot of space in your garden, but for this they produce three to ten pounds of produce per plant.

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Eggplants are part of the Solanaceae family also called the nightshade family. They are usually deep purple in color, however they can also be a light purple, white and yellow.

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You can grow cucumbers in Phoenix twice a year. Once in the spring and in the fall. There are two forms of cucumbers: vining and bush. Cucumbers are a versatile vegetable and can be found in several varieties including pickling, slicing and seedless types.

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Need a vegetable in a hurry? If so, Radishes are your go to veggie. These bright red root vegetables reach maturity within three short weeks. Let’s grow radishes in your Phoenix garden and learn some new ways of cooking with them.

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