First introduced in the late 1800s but fell out of favor during the Great Depression because of its susceptibility to disease, as well as low yield and short shelf life. At the end of the 20th century, a disease-resistant squash made its way into the market, and has regained popularity since.
Did you know? Marrow is a type of summer squash and is closely related to zucchini, both botanically and in taste. They provide a great source of vitamin A and C, dietary fiber, antioxidants, calcium and iron