I need help from the experts. I am trying my hand with a few varieties of squash and melons this year. Do I have to worry about anything cross pollinating? What about different varietals of corn? Thanks
Hey Chelsea. I have planted differents types of corn in the same garden with no problems. I just put them at either end as far away from each other as possible. I always plant Silver Queen and have never seen any yellow from other varieties. Also plant squash and zuc, in rows next to each other and they are fine. And canteloupe and watermelon also.
I am going to try planting cucumbers in the corn and see if they climb up the stalks. Never done that before and thought about it yesterday. It's worth a try anyway.
Good luck with yours. Other people might have different stories, but it should be ok. Just keep the corn far enough apart.
Yep, I would like to harvest and save some seeds. This might sound stupid... but the melons won't cross with squash right?? I am assuming this only occurs with varietals within the same family. See I am a total novice at all this. Thanks so much!
Suzann Ashworth (??) has a great book about seed saving and exchanging - might see if your local library has a copy.
Good luck from one total novice to another!
~~~Amanda in OK~~~
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Beginner Questions
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 9:31:49 PM
