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Old March 1, 2014   #9
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Originally Posted by jmsieglaff View Post
Buttercup is an absolute favorite. SVB likes it too. Butternut is second favorite--and SVB resistant. I stopped growing winter squash though because I've found we can get high quality winter squash for cheap from the various farmer's markets and roadside stands.
Cucurbits -- due to the larger leaf size, have less total light requirement than other fruits; e.g., tomatoes. Growing them indoors has become a big agricultural business. There are also hydroponic methods available for growing them inorganically or with USDA NOP certification.
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