Get It Growing: How to grow mirlitons, a part of Louisiana’s culinary culture

Jason Stagg, Holden, Maria R.

(Video 2-1-2026) Mirlitons (pronounced mer-la-tonhs) are not so well known in Louisiana, but they are part of the state’s culinary history. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg demonstrates how to grow these squash that are also called vegetable pears.

3/16/2026 4:55:56 PM
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