Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) is a popular type of summer squash that is considered easy to grow in home gardens. Still, having a productive zucchini plant depends on proper growing techniques. There are ...

Tomato and zucchini plants grow next to each other in a raised garden bed. - Irina Nazarova/Getty Images Just like special people do for us, plants often have companions that bring out the best in ...

Alongside tomatoes, the zucchini is probably the star of summer produce. And rightfully, it can be planted alongside tomatoes for a successful harvest, but that's not the case for every vegetable.

Zucchini is a popular pick for home gardeners. It is relatively easy to grow, can yield a bountiful harvest, and, of course, is delicious when used to prepare a range of appetizers, sides, and entrées ...

Squash is a staple veggie of summer gardens—easy to grow and low maintenance, with impressively high yields and plenty of potential uses in your cooking. But, when thinking of summer squash, it's ...