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Pumpkin

Pumpkin, Cucurbita pep, is a winter squash that grows from a flower. It is a fruit, but it is usually prepared as a vegetable. The plant has male and female flowers. Pumpkins need lots of growing space and may be trellised.
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Squash harvest College of Marin Indian Valley Organic Farm and Garden photo Jean Christofferson
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Squash - Summer

Summer Squash, Cucurbita pepa Grow Sheet. Easy, prolific warm season vegetable. Good source of vitamin A and potassium. High producer; bears fruit until weather cools in the fall.
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Winter Squash on the vine, Marin Edible Demonstration Garden photo Marty Nelson
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Squash - Winter

How to grow Winter Squash, Curcurbita pepo (acorn) and Cucurbita maxima (butternut).Winter squash originated in the Americas and thrives in Marin's Mediterranean climate. Varieties include acorn, butternut, Hubbard, pumpkin, and spaghetti squash. Bush and vining varieties available.
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Summer Squash (including zucchini)

Garden Help > VegetablesUC Links How to grow: Summer SquashPest management: Squash cultural tips, pests, and diseasesThe BasicsWhen to plantTransplant or direct seed: May–July, possibly April for transplanting.For best results, wait until daytime temperatures are regularly over 70°F and soil…
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Winter Squash (including pumpkins)

Garden Help > VegetablesSummer squashes such as zucchini are harvested young and eaten immediately. Despite its name, winter squash is grown in the summer. The name comes from the fact that the mature fruits can be stored for winter eating. Pumpkins are also types of winter squash.UC Links How…
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