Causes of ALS. ALS is a somewhat diverse and decidedly mystifying disease. In more than nine out of every 10 cases diagnosed, no clear identifying cause of the disease is apparent, that is, patients lack an obvious genetic history, complete with affected family members.
1 Gold Rush - A unique zucchini variety that features gold colored fruit and a classic zucchini taste, compact plant. 2  Black Beauty - this variety bears very dark green fruit, very compact plants.  Embassy - features medium green fruit, almost spineless plant, very heavy producer.
Types of Squash. Species of squash include hubbard squash, buttercup squash, butternut squash, pumpkins, acorn squash, summer squash and zucchini. Summer squash, like zucchinis, are harvested while they are still soft and small, while winter squashes are harvested when they are fully grown, at the end of summer, and cured to harden the skin.