N.C. Cooperative Extension Resources

• Cucurbits Publications and Factsheets

N.C. Cooperative Extension Variety Trials

An objective of our cucurbit evaluations is to identify adapted cultivars that NC growers can grow profitably.

• Melon Cultivar Evaluations
• Pumpkin Cultivar Evaluations
• Squash Cultivar Evaluations
• Watermelon Cultivar Evaluations

Production Guides

• Cucurbit production in Florida
  This publication from the University of Florida is a guide for individuals interested in growing cucurbits commercially. However, many of the cultural practices described can be adapted for use by NC growers and gardeners.
• Southeastern US Vegetable Crop Handbook
  This comprehensive resource was developed from research and Extension projects conducted at 12 land-grant universities, including NCSU. The handbook contains everything vegetable growers need, including which variety to plant, planting dates, fertilizer recommendations, cover crops selection and conservation tillage options, pesticide selection, fertigation, plasticulture, postharvest handling, alternative pest management tools and more.