Watch as a chayote squash transforms from fruit to a thriving vine in this detailed time-lapse video. Over 114 days, you'll ...

Here are some things to do in the garden this week. Vegetables. Chayote (Sechium edule), a member of the squash family, is one of the easiest vegetables to grow. You simply place a whole choyote — ...

Chayote squash is a vegetable that originates from Central America. It's packed with fiber, folate, and magnesium. Chayote is highly versatile: You can eat the entire plant, either raw or cooked.

Sure, you know about pumpkins (and their lattes) and have likely heard about butternut and acorn squash, too. But what about chayote squash? Similar to a pear in size and shape, this bright green ...