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Good Companions for Squash

Three Sisters planting. Large leaves shade soil, retain moisture.

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Corn
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Bean
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Radish
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Marigold
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Nasturtium
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Sunflower
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Pea
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What NOT to Plant with Squash

Potatoes compete. Same-family plants share diseases.

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Potato
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Pumpkin
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Squash Planting Tips

Plant nasturtiums nearby to trap squash bugs.

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Growing Squash in Mexico

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Climate

Varied from desert to tropical

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Growing Season

Year-round in many areas, rainy season June-October

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Hardiness Zones

USDA 8-13

Tips for Mexico Gardeners

Traditional Three Sisters planting. Use raised beds in rainy season. Mulch for water retention.

Best Planting Months:
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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USDA Hardiness Zones

Squash grows well in the following zones:

Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9