Pumpkins, Squash, and Gourds | Fall Favorites Explained
27 September 2025

Pumpkins, Squash, and Gourds | Fall Favorites Explained

Gardening Simplified

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So, a pumpkin is a squash, which is a type of gourd, but not all gourds are pumpkins, and not all squash are pumpkins. Wait…what? Don’t worry, we’ll explain in this episode. Learn all about these fall favorites with tips for growing, storing, and incorporating them into your fall décor. Featured shrub: Kodiak Spiced diervilla.