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I am the creator of "Hello, My Friends," a podcast starring Cadaver Dave the Scarecrow. This show offers small bites of information about botany, with a heavy focus on the crops that give us our favorite fall things!
Currently, the show's episodes focus on the history and stories behind different kinds of squash.
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Jarrahdale Squash
Have you ever seen a pumpkin that was a mix of blue, green, and grey on the outside? It might have been a Jarrahdale! Learn all about this delightful squash that originates from Australia!
And be sure to check out the first episode of Dave's youtube series, Buried Alive! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqhGevDZZYU&t=79s
Resources:
Hello, My Friends: S1E5: Hubbard Squash - https://soundcloud.com/user-870078240/episode-5-hubbard-squash
Buried Alive, S1E1: Quiet Harvest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqhGevDZZYU&t=8s
Jarrahdale Pumpkin:
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/growing-jarrahdale-35632.html
https://bathgardencenter.com/the-weird-and-warty/
Blue pumpkins in general:
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Blue_Pumpkins_5485.php
Loamy soil
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/loamy-soil/ -
Muskmelon
Muskmelon? Is that a stinky melon?
Dave knows, so if you want to find out, check out the episode!
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/dmp/palette/070729.html
https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/archives/parsons/publications/vegetabletravelers/muskmelon.html
http://www.foodreference.com/html/a812-cantaloupe-history.html
Cover image: https://pixabay.com/images/id-387466/ -
Turban Squash
Have you ever heard of the turban squash? It's an odd looking one! Dave has been learning about it, and is excited to share what he's learned with you now!
Find more and keep up with our projects at rplants.wordpress.com!
Resources:
https://www.niu.edu/communiversitygardens/_pdf/Turks-Turban-Squash.pdf
https://blog.gardeningknowhow.com/tbt/turks-turban-squash/
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Turban_Squash_1768.php -
The Banana Squash!
Did you know that banana squash don't taste like bananas? This is just one of many cool things that Dave the Scarecrow looks forward to sharing with you in the latest episode of Hello My Friends - your source for info about all sorts of cucurbits!
SHOW NOTES
Pumpkin Bits:
The Giant Pumpkin Man blog:
http://www.giantpumpkinman.com/
About the squash vine borer: https://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/opinion/the_stroller/the-stroller-don-t-let-these-insect-squash-your-garden/article_112430f1-0849-52c3-a9c1-4520afcead69.html
Research:
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Banana_Squash_4587.php
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Banana_Squash_14631.php
http://www.foodreference.com/html/fbananasquash.html
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/growing-banana-squash.htm
https://www.melissas.com/Banana-Squash-p/194.htm
https://www.cooksinfo.com/banana-squash
Reviews: https://www.rareseeds.com/jumbo-pink-banana-squash/ -
HMF S2:E5 Buttercup
Have you ever heard of the buttercup squash? How about Dr. Albert F. Yeager? Well, you can learn about both here in this week's episode of Hello My Friends, and have something cool to talk about on Monday!
Thanks for listening. If you would like to learn more, please visit rplants.wordpress.com.
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Show notes:
Pumpkin Bits:
It’s The Year Of The Pumpkin! https://www.messagemedia.co/millelacs/outdoors/home_garden/garden-corner-the-year-of-the-pumpkin/article_3684bcb8-424e-11e8-a1b1-a31a6362f9d7.html
Bellville St Fair Pumpkin Growing Competition - https://www.richlandsource.com/life_and_culture/bellville-street-fair-announces-pumpkin-growing-competition/article_1fb27022-6dc5-11e9-a9aa-c7141860b62e.html
Research:
Buttercup Squash:
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Buttercup_Squash_7373.php
Green buttercup squash: https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Green_Buttercup_Squash_9655.php
Orange Buttercup Squash:
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Orange_Buttercup_Squash_9656.php
https://www.melissas.com/Buttercup-Squash-p/195.htm
History of New Zealand Buttercup Squash - https://nzbsc.com/history-of-buttercup-squash/
Buttercup vs Butternut: https://www.erinnudi.com/2014/10/08/difference-between-buttercup-and-butternut-squash/
https://www.cooksinfo.com/buttercup-squash -
HMFS2E4: Red Kuri Squash
Dave has lost his intro and outro music files! No matter, he is still ready to tell you all about the Red Kuri Squash!
SHOW NOTES
Pumpkin Bits:
“Growing winter squash in summer to store for winter months.”
https://www.ktre.com/2019/04/29/grow-winter-squash-summer-stores-colder-months/?outputType=amp
About Cucurbit Crumple Virus: https://thetandd.com/business/local/cucurbit-leaf-crumple-virus-threatens-watermelons-other-crops/article_3083b741-7e4f-5176-b893-d64e7002b808.html
https://www.growingproduce.com/crop-protection/disease-control/take-caution-to-curb-cucurbit-leaf-crumple-virus/?amp
Research:
https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Hard_Red_Kuri_Squash_4881.php&ved=2ahUKEwjVrbGW7PrhAhUPv54KHa4WBjgQFjAHegQIDxAi&usg=AOvVaw2aN2JgMNegDvcUzN9XIuWJ
https://spoonfulsofgermany.com/2013/10/31/the-alpha-squash/