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Autumn Delight

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Zone 13a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Autumn Delight
90d to harvest

Sink your senses into Autumn Delight’s rich, sun-warmed sweetness—fleshy and velvety with a deep, golden-orange glow that feels almost custard-smooth at maturity. The rind develops a beautifully mottled, buttercup-shaped presence, while the interior turns tender and aromatic for comforting, spoonable results. Grow Autumn Delight for standout roasted halves, hearty purées, and silky sauces that capture the essence of fall in every harvest basket.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.
MilestoneDate
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Growing ApproachContinuous Production

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Autumn Delight in Zone 13a typically begins around throughout the growing season. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Autumn Delight.

Garden Alerts

Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my Autumn Delight plants get powdery mildew?
Powdery mildew shows up as a gray-white dust on leaves, usually in humid spells later in the 90-day growth cycle. Remove heavily affected leaves early, then improve airflow by spacing plants and thinning if foliage is dense. Use a mildew-specific spray (potassium bicarbonate or sulfur labeled for edible crops) at first signs and repeat according to the label.
How can I tell when Autumn Delight is ready to harvest?
Harvest when the heads/fruit are fully formed and reach their target color and size, usually around 90 days from sowing (or longer if grown cooler than ~75°F). The best cue is firmness plus full maturity—don’t wait for over-softening or cracking. If unsure, harvest one test plant and compare size/color to the packet’s mature description.
Botanical illustration of Autumn Delight

Sink your senses into Autumn Delight’s rich, sun-warmed sweetness—fleshy and velvety with a deep, golden-orange glow that feels almost custard-smooth at maturity. The rind develops a beautifully mottled, buttercup-shaped presence, while the interior turns tender and aromatic for comforting, spoonable results. Grow Autumn Delight for standout roasted halves, hearty purées, and silky sauces that capture the essence of fall in every harvest basket.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Autumn Delight in Zone 13a typically begins around throughout the growing season. Wait until soil reaches at least 65°F before transplanting Autumn Delight.

Garden Alerts

Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 65°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Direct Sow Preferred

Sensitive roots — does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Plant in very warm soil and avoid root disturbance—if starting under cover, move seedlings carefully and keep them well-watered until they re-root.