Holmes Seed Company Table King Bush Acorn Squash Seeds
Best compact vegetable variety for small space home gardeners.
This compact, bush-type winter squash is perfect for smaller garden spaces while still delivering reliable yields. It produces hard-rinded, flavorful fruit that stores exceptionally well, making it a classic choice for long-term kitchen use.
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Who it's for
- Small-space gardeners maximizing limited backyard or raised bed areas
- Home cooks wanting a steady supply of winter squash
- Gourmet enthusiasts seeking reliable, high-quality heirloom taste
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners unwilling to monitor plants for insect damage
- Urban growers in areas with minimal natural pollinator activity
- Growers in humid regions requiring high disease resistance
Performance breakdown
Space Efficiency
Compact bush habit thrives in tight garden footprints and containers.
Storage Longevity
Hard, glossy rind ensures impressive shelf life through winter months.
Yield Reliability
Consistent, award-winning genetics deliver dependable harvests season after season.
Culinary Versatility
Thick, flavorful flesh improves in quality during post-harvest storage.
Growth Speed
Eighty-day maturity window is standard for reliable winter squash production.
Ease of Cultivation
Open-pollinated variety offers straightforward care for novice and expert gardeners.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
80 days
Plant Type
Winter Squash
Variety
Acorn
Life Cycle
Annual
Mature Size
6 inches by 7 inches
Mature Weight
2 lbs
Color
Dark Gray/Green
Planting Season
Late spring
Spacing
24-60 inches in row, 72-120 inches between rows
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