Every Aug. 8, an unusual holiday pops up on the calendar: National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day. It might sound like a prank, but for home gardeners drowning in squash, it’s a lighthearted and oddly practical way to share the bounty.
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