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Acorn Squash (Table Queen)
SquashCucurbita pepo var. turbinata
- Full sun
- Zones 3–11
- 85 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 36" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A compact winter squash perfect for small gardens and new gardeners, producing reliable harvests of ribbed, acorn-shaped fruits. Its mild, slightly sweet flesh and convenient single-serving size make it ideal for stuffing and roasting. This dependable variety has been a American garden staple since the early 1900s.
Planting
Direct sow when soil temperature reaches 65°F, or start indoors 2-4 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, squash vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, mosaic virus.