Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid'

Acorn Squash

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Common Name:

Acorn Squash

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Maximum width:

90 cm

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Description

Early and space-saving! Bush type hybrids can be planted 3' apart. Productive plants bear 5 large, dark green fruits. Orange-yellow flesh is sweet, nutty and has a smooth texture. Burpee bred. 25 seeds per packet, will plant 6 groups. Proven tops for performance, flavor, and wide adaptability. Sun.

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Blooming

Male and female flowers bloom on the same vine.

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Growth

Warm weather, annual vine covering at least 25 square feet. The edible fruit can be long, small, and roundish ad green to yellow or with stripes. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Does not tolerate frost. Flourishes in hot weather.

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Planting

Plant seeds in sunny spot in the ground 1-2 weeks after last frost 1 inch deep and 1-3 feet apart near trellis or fence. The soil must be warm, 60-75°F (16-23°C).

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, and beetles.

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Interesting facts

The foliage is often prickly.

Acorn Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Early Acorn Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture.