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Table Queen · Acorn Squash

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMay 11th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 25th
Harvest BeginsAug 23rd
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For acorn/summer-winter squash, prioritize warm soil and avoid root disturbance—set transplants only after the soil and nights are reliably warm.