Squash Seeds - Table King Bush Acorn (Organic)
80 days to maturity. Cucurbita pepo. Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, heirloom, open-pollinated, AAS winner 1974. Suitable for growing in fields, garden plots, raised beds, and containers. Compact bush plants load up with uniform two-pound acorn squash with fiberless, thick, sweet orange flesh—perfect for roasting and stuffing, and they keep well after curing. ~160 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden
Sow seeds 1 inch deep in warm soil after frost. For a head start, sow indoors 3-4 weeks early in biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance. Space plants 24-36 inches apart with 36-48 inches between rows; compact bushes fit well in raised beds or large containers.
Keep soil evenly moist and mulch to conserve water. Side-dress with compost or a balanced fertilizer as vines begin to run and at flowering. Encourage pollinators and avoid overhead watering to limit mildew. Companions include corn and beans; avoid planting near potatoes.
Harvesting of Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash
Harvest when rinds are hard and glossy, dark green, and stems are dry and corky—before hard frost. Cut fruit with 2-3 inches of stem attached. Cure for 10-14 days in a warm, dry, well-ventilated place around 80 to 85 F, then store in a cool, dry place. Properly cured fruits keep for months.
About Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash Garden Seeds
A compact, heavy-yielding acorn introduced for dependable production of uniform two-pound fruits on bush plants. Celebrated for sweet, fiberless flesh and suitability for small gardens and containers; an AAS-winning classic for flavor and performance.
Stories/Tips From Our Gardeners
"For stuffed acorn halves, roast cut-side down until just tender, then flip, fill, and finish—skins help the squash hold shape."
- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer
Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash Seeds Per Package:
- 4 g Packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 160 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 640 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 2,560 Seeds
Non-GMO Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cucurbita pepo |
| Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash Color: | Dark green rind; deep orange flesh |
| Organic Table King Bush Acorn Winter Squash Flavor: | Sweet, fine-textured, fiberless |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 80 |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36-48 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12-24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Spreading |
| Soil Preference: | Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; amend with compost. pH 6.0-6.8. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 70-95 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 3-4 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 36-60 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-95 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Monitor for squash bugs, squash vine borer, and powdery mildew. |
| Garden Size: | Fields, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Drought |