How do I plant squash in hills?
Step 1: Prepare the soil
Choose a well-drained, sunny location and amend the soil with compost or manure to improve fertility.
Step 2: Create the hills
Dig or hoe shallow holes 3 to 4 inches deep and 3 to 4 feet apart. Space the hills 6 to 8 feet apart.
Step 3: Plant the seeds
Sow 4 to 6 squash seeds in each hill, spacing them 4 to 6 inches apart. Cover them with 1/2 inch of soil.
Step 4: Water and fertilize
Water the seeds well and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plants with a balanced fertilizer when they are about 6 inches tall.
Step 5: Thin the seedlings
Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to the strongest 2 to 3 plants per hill.
Step 6: Mulch and weed
Spread a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Step 7: Harvest
Squash is ready to harvest when the skin is hard and the stems are brown and woody. The fruits should be firm and have a deep color.
Related Questions:
- What is the best time to plant squash in hills? Early spring or fall when the soil is warm and the weather is mild.
- How deep should I plant squash seeds? 1/2 inch deep
- How much space do squash plants need? 6 to 8 feet apart
- How often should I water squash plants? When the soil is dry to the touch
- What are common pests and diseases of squash plants? Cucumber beetles, squash vine borers, and powdery mildew
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