Question: I grew gourds for the first time this year and have lots coming on. How do you dry and use the gourds? Answer: When the gourds are mature, place them in a well-ventilated place away from ...

Q–Can you tell me the correct way to dry gourds? –West Newton, Pa. A–Gourds are plentiful in the autumn–you’ll find them at farm stands, garden centers and grocery stores. Soft-shelled gourds, such as ...

Q. When should I harvest my gourds and how do I dry them? — Rachel in Accord A. Your gourds are ready when the stem is brown and dried. However, it's best to leave them on the vines as long as ...

Q. I grew gourds this year. How do I harvest and dry them? — Joy, New Paltz A. Harvest gourds after they have fully ripened on the vine. A hardened shell and withered vine indicate maturity and ...

Gardeners sometimes include a gourd plant or two in the garden so they can harvest the colorful fruits for use in fall arrangements or for the fun of growing them with the kids or grandkids. Gourds ...

It’s finally autumn time and the thought of cooler weather and the changing season seems to be on everyone’s mind. Unpredictable weather and the brilliantly colored hillsides beckon us to decorate for ...

Early October's flush of summer-like weather caused mums planted with tight buds to open quickly and in doing so, shorten their useful life in the garden - at least as far as flowers go this fall. I ...

Colorful gourds are popular fall decorations and pumpkins have several uses. But no matter if you're growing or purchasing pumpkins or gourds for display, decoration, cooking or storage, choosing the ...

Lots of pumpkins will be carved and painted in the coming days. Augusta County horticulturist Mark Viette believes the bottle gourd offers a more sophisticated way to decorate for the fall—and all ...