Description
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(a.k.a. Danish, Pepper Squash, Des Moines) (Cucurbita pepo) 75-90 days. A dark green acorn shaped heirloom squash that is descended from a heart shaped squash grown by the Arikara Indians in the early 1800s. The Table Queen Acorn Squash was first introduced by the Iowa Seed Co. in 1913. Deep orange flesh is fine-textured, sweet, dry, and thick. Good for baking, and immature fruit can also be used as a summer squash. Good for storage. Fruits weigh about 1 ½ lbs, and grow to 4 x 5 ½ in.
Planting Instructions for Table Queen Acorn Winter Squash Seeds
Heirloom / Open Pollinated Winter Squash is a warm season crop, sensitive to frost and light freezes. Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Winter Squash indoors 3-4 weeks. before last frost date or direct seed outdoors after danger of frost. Plant Winter Squash in full sun. To direct seed, plant 6-8 seeds 1″ deep in 1′ diameter hills, thinning to 3 or 4 plants at the set of true leaves. Or plant Winter Squash Seeds in rows 1″ deep, 2′ apart. Keep rows and hills 6′ apart. Germination should occur in 5-10 days at 65-85°F. Keep soil just-damp during germination, or seeds may rot. Harvest when Winter Squash rind has hardened and finger nail requires pressure to pierce rind. Leave 2-3″ stem on when cutting from plant for longer storage.
FAQ:
How long does it take Table Queen Acorn Winter Squash to mature?
Table Queen Acorn Winter Squash matures in approximately 75-90 days.
What are the characteristics of Table Queen Acorn Squash?
This heirloom squash is dark green, acorn-shaped, and descended from a heart-shaped squash grown by the Arikara Indians. The flesh is deep orange, fine-textured, sweet, dry, and thick. Fruits weigh about 1½ pounds and grow to 4 x 5½ inches.
How should Table Queen Acorn Squash seeds be planted?
Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. For direct sowing, plant 6-8 seeds 1 inch deep in 1-foot-diameter hills, thinning to 3-4 plants at the true leaf stage. Alternatively, plant seeds in rows spaced 2 feet apart, with rows or hills spaced 6 feet apart.
When is the best time to harvest Table Queen Acorn Squash?
Harvest when the rind has hardened, and a fingernail requires pressure to pierce it. Leave a 2-3 inch stem on the squash when cutting it from the plant for optimal storage.
What are the culinary uses of Table Queen Acorn Squash?
This squash is excellent for baking, with its sweet and fine-textured flesh. Immature fruits can also be used as a summer squash, adding versatility to its culinary applications. It stores well for extended use.
Mary Hayes (verified owner) –
Not planted yet
Linda (verified owner) –
Have not yet planted this new to me Acorn Squash but I expect it to do fine. Excellent shipping and service from St. Clare Heirloom Seeds. Always a pleasure shopping with this company.
Marla Bewick (verified owner) –
Great company for product and service . I highly recommend them.
David (verified owner) –
so far so good !
Ted Vahovius (verified owner) –
Great service & products! Highly recommend them!
Tracey (verified owner) –
For next year. I’ll let you know!
Trudy Wang (verified owner) –
ditto
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Excited to start these next year!
Debby K. (verified owner) –
5 star!
WILLIAM WHITE (verified owner) –
so far looking good
Hazel Hardisty (verified owner) –
Excellent!
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