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Squash, Table Queen Acorn

— · Texas-Grown

Squash, Table Queen Acorn

$4.00

Table Queen Acorn Squash is the original acorn squash variety, an heirloom dating back to the 1920s, producing dark green, deeply ribbed fruits with sweet, fine-grained, orange flesh ideal for roasting, stuffing, and baking. Compact vines make it suitable for smaller home gardens in Central Texas, where it thrives in both spring and fall plantings.

At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Table Queen Acorn Squash transplants are grown for vigorous vines and reliable fruit production suited to Austin’s growing seasons.

Care Instructions
Watering
Moderate, consistent water needs Deep watering 2-3 times weekly; reduce as fruits mature Drip irrigation preferred to reduce foliar disease
Fertilizing
Balanced organic fertilizer at planting Switch to lower nitrogen, higher potassium at fruit set Side-dress with compost every 3-4 weeks
Pruning & Maintenance
Remove competing vines to concentrate plant energy Hand-pollinate if bee activity is low Cure harvested fruits in a warm, dry location for 1-2 weeks to extend storage life
Common Issues
Squash vine borers (primary threat in Texas) Cucurbit downy mildew Powdery mildew Cucumber beetles Squash bugs
Fall planting (July-August) often outperforms spring due to vine borer pressure being lower Use row covers in spring until flowering to exclude vine borers and cucumber beetles Monitor vines weekly for squash vine borer entry holes at the base Harvest when skin is hard and stem begins to dry; cure before storing
Seasonal Notes
Spring
Plant March-April; monitor closely for squash vine borers Harvest approximately 75-80 days from transplant
Summer
Avoid midsummer planting; heat and pest pressure too high
Fall
Plant late July-August for October-November harvest Cooler fall weather improves quality and reduces disease
Best Time to Plant in Austin
Spring: March-April Fall: Late July-August (recommended for best quality) Ideal soil temperatures: 60-85 F
Sun Requirements
Full sun Minimum 6-8 hours daily
Spacing
24-36 inches apart; rows 5-6 feet apart Vines spread; allow adequate room
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil Compost-amended beds preferred pH 6.0-6.8
Watering After Planting
Water deeply at transplanting Keep evenly moist through establishment and fruit development
Corn Beans Nasturtiums Marigolds Borage Dill Oregano Radish
Winter squash is generally considered non-toxic to: Dogs Cats Horses However: Feed only cooked, unseasoned flesh in small quantities. Raw rind and seeds may cause digestive upset.

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