There are two types of the squash, the bush varieties, which may be
planted in hills 4 or 5 feet apart each way, and the running varieties,
which will require from 8 to 16 feet for their development. Squashes
may properly be grown in the garden, as 3 or 4 hills will produce all
that are required for family use. They require practically the same
soil and cultural methods as the muskmelon. A number of varieties are
used during the summer in the same manner as vegetable marrow, but
squashes are principally used during the winter, in much the same way
as pumpkins, to which they are superior in many respects. Squashes are
also used extensively for pie purposes. The varieties known as Hubbard
and Boston Marrow are most commonly grown. Squashes, like pumpkins,
should be handled carefully to avoid bruising, and should be stored in
a moderately warm but well ventilated room.--(F. B. 255; Mich. E. S.
190; S. Dak. E. S. 42, 68.)