Table Ace

Winter Squash

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🌱 90d to harvest Vine

Sink your spoon into Table Ace’s velvety, fine-grained flesh—sweet, gently nutty, and richly aromatic once cured. The rind develo…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	May 22nd
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 5th
Harvest Begins	Sep 3rd
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	12

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem is most likely on Cucurbita pepo (Table Ace), and how do I control it?

In Cucurbita pepo, powdery mildew often shows up as a white, dusty coating on leaves, especially in warm weather with reduced airflow. Start by watering at the base so foliage stays dry, and remove the most affected lower leaves to slow spread. If it’s spreading, use a labeled fungicide for cucurbits and spray early in the day so coverage reaches both leaf sides.

How often should I water Cucurbita pepo during its main growth phase?

During active vine and fruit growth, keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week, split into 1–2 deep waterings. Water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and avoid frequent light sprinkling that encourages leaf disease. If plants start wilting midday but recover by evening, adjust to deeper, less frequent irrigation rather than daily shallow watering.

How can I tell when Table Ace (Cucurbita pepo) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the fruit has reached the typical full size for your packet and the rind is firm enough that it resists denting from a fingernail. For best eating quality, check maturity over 90 days from sowing and pick on a dry day so the fruit stays clean and stores better. If you’re unsure, slice a test fruit—seeds should be mature enough to fully developed, but the flesh should still be tender rather than tough.

Sink your spoon into Table Ace’s velvety, fine-grained flesh—sweet, gently nutty, and richly aromatic once cured. The rind develops a handsome, deep-toned shell with a sturdy, dependable texture that holds beautifully for winter storage, while the interior turns luxuriously smooth for standout purées and hearty baked favorites. Grow Table Ace for a showy harvest that brings both pantry confidence and garden pride to your season’s end.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 12 days first.

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

For the best acorn squash set, transplant only when soil is reliably warm and keep a light mulch to maintain soil moisture and heat.