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Table King Bush Acorn Squash
SquashCucurbita pepo 'Table King Bush'
- Full sun
- Zones 3–11
- 85 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 48" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
A space-saving bush variety that delivers all the classic acorn squash flavor without the sprawling vines. This compact plant produces perfectly proportioned, single-serving acorn squashes with deep ridges and sweet, orange flesh that becomes incredibly tender when roasted. Its bush habit makes it perfect for smaller gardens while still providing excellent yields.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil is 65°F or warmer. Can start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 48" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew.