North Madison in Lake County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Squash
(Cucurbita)
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
1. Squash Marker
The Plant
Needs
6-8 hours of sunlight a day. Requires Rich well-drained soil
Needs consistent moisture to help hydrate itself.
Threats
Squash Bugs
Squash Vine borers
Growth of mildew and fungal disease
The Benefits
Contains high amounts of Vitamin A and C along with protein
Acts as a cover plant to help prevent weeds from over taking other beneficial plants
Squash has been known to help create microclimates
The Cultural Connection
Squash covers a variety of related plants, divided into the hard squashes and soft squash categories, Hard squashes are hardy while soft squashes are harder to keep. The squash plant requires the cross pollination of other squash plants to reproduce with the help of squash bees. The vegetable was domesticated around 1000 CE ago who's name originated from the Native American word "askutasquash". The crop was vital for Native Americans as the vegetable was used for the construction of primitive tools essential for life.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Indigenous Peoples and Communities. A significant historical year for this entry is 1000 CE.
Location. 41° 47.357′ N,
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Cleveland, on the Lake Erie Shore, and in the Western Reserve. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sugar Snap Pea (here, next to this marker); Flint Corn (here, next to this marker); Broccoli (here, next to this marker); Green Beans (here, next to this marker); Early Fortune Cucumber (here, next to this marker); Curly Kale (here, next to this marker); Lettuce (here,
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
2. Squash Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
