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Nothing screams like autumn than the cornucopia of pumpkins and squash. The vibrant colors and shapes of these lovely vegetables signify the blessings of a bountiful harvest. Pumpkins are one of the most widely produced crops in Texas, often grown in the Lubbock region with common varieties including A Huge, Ornamental, and Decorative types.
Meanwhile, two types of squashes are grown in Texas: Summer Squash and Winter Squash. The former is usually grown from the middle of March and May while the latter is grown from the second half of June until August 1.
With so many pumpkin and squash varieties to choose from, head to the TexasRealFood Promptuary to know more about the specific varieties, planting tips, and recipes. Better start your own pumpkin and squash patch!

Pumpkins & Squash

Before we get too technical and go into details, let’s answer the question that’s on everyone’s mind. Yes, the pumpkin is a kind of squash. Squash is the general term for fruits (yes, they’re fruits) that belong to the Cucurbita genus. And since the pumpkin is part of the Cucurbita genus, then technically it is a squash. Confused yet?

Don’t worry too much though. Here in our Texas Pumpkin and Squash Promptuary, we’ll go over the different kinds of pumpkins and squash that are grown and loved in Texas. We promise that once you’ve had a taste of the information inside, that you’ll keep coming back for more. You learn where they come from, when they’re in season and which squash (or pumpkin) to use for whatever occasion or dish that you’re planning.