“The main difference is that [squash are] considered edible, and then [gourds are] considered inedible,” she tells Mental ...

Gourds should be stored in the salad tray of the fridge, where they will keep for 3-4 days. They do not freeze well, although some varieties such as the wax gourd may be pickled.

However, are these festive gourds edible when it’s time to take down the decorations? Is it safe to cook and eat painted gourds? Gourds are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, alongside watermelon ...