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- Days to maturity
- 85–90 days
- Growth habit
- Vining
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Thelma Sanders is an heirloom acorn squash from Missouri, also known as Thelma Sanders Sweet Potato. Vines bear 1 to 2 lb fruit with creamy skin and creamy flesh, a change from the usual dark green acorn. About 85 days.
Thelma Sanders traits
- Cream-skinned, cream-fleshed acorn fruit 1 to 2 lb
- Vining heirloom from Missouri
- About 85 days to maturity
Good for
- Baking and roasting
- Storage squash
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thelma Sanders this page | 85–90 days | Vining | — |
| Baby Delica | 85 days | Vining | — |
| Burgess Buttercup | 85–95 days | Vining | — |
| Hijinks F1 | 85 days | Vining | — |
| Potimarron | 85–95 days | Vining | — |
| Sunday Sweet | 85–90 days | Vining | — |
| Sweet Jade F1 | 85 days | Vining | — |
Thelma Sanders FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Thelma Sanders?
Thelma Sanders is an heirloom acorn squash from Missouri, also known as Thelma Sanders Sweet Potato. Vines bear 1 to 2 lb fruit with creamy skin and creamy flesh, a change from the usual dark green acorn.
How many days to maturity is Thelma Sanders?
Thelma Sanders is listed at 85–90 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other winter squash varieties, so check them in the winter squash growing guide.
How does Thelma Sanders compare with other winter squash varieties?
Thelma Sanders: 85–90 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include Baby Delica (85 days), Burgess Buttercup (85–95 days), Hijinks F1 (85 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Thelma Sanders good for?
Thelma Sanders is grown for baking and roasting, storage squash.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every winter squash variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Winter Squash growing guide
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- Pumpkin Pests and Diseases: Vine Borers, Squash Bugs and Mildew
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- All 219 winter squash varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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