vegetable variety in zone 6a
Acorn winter squash in zone 6a
Acorn · Cucurbita maxima and Cucurbita moschata
- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 days
- Days to harvest
- 85 to 120
The verdict
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About Acorn
Mildly sweet, dense, slightly fibrous; ribbed dark-green to orange acorn-shaped fruit. Halved and stuffed, roasting, soups. Stores 1-2 months.
Critical timing for zone 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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Acorn in adjacent zones
Other winter squash varieties for zone 6a
- Buttercup
Very sweet, dense, dry; turban-shaped dark green squash. Best for pies, soups, mashing. Stores 3-4 months. The…
- Butternut Waltham
Sweet, dense, smooth; classic tan-skinned bell-shaped winter squash. Roasting, soups, pies, mashing. Stores 3-…
- Delicata
Sweet, creamy, edible-skin; small striped cylindrical squash. Halved and roasted, stuffed, fresh. Stores 2-3 m…
- Spaghetti
Mild, slightly sweet, flesh strands like noodles when baked; pale yellow oval fruit. Roasted halves, low-carb …
Frequently asked questions
- Will Acorn winter squash grow in zone 6a?
Yes. Acorn is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 6a.
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Image: "Cucurbita maxima x C. moschata (zapallo kabutia o japonés o grupo Tetsukabuto)", by Patricia Zappia http://patoentusalsa.blogspot.com.ar/, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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