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- Days to maturity
- 85–95 days
- Growth habit
- Semi-bush
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Carnival (HMX 6732) is a hybrid acorn squash bred by T. Superak at Harris Moran (1991) with multicolored fruit: green-yellow with orange patches, cream and stripes, no two alike, over golden-yellow flesh that is mildly sweet and nutty. Fruit is 1 to 2 lb and forms near the crown of the semi-bush plant, which keeps the footprint small. Similar in type to Sweet Dumpling. Direct sow in warm soil; about 85 days. Cure about 2 weeks before eating for better sweetness. As decorative as it is edible.
Carnival traits
- Multicolored acorn fruit, 1 to 2 lb, each patterned differently
- Golden-yellow flesh, mildly sweet and nutty
- Semi-bush plant with fruit set near the crown
- About 85 days to maturity
- Bred by T. Superak, Harris Moran, 1991
Good for
- Baking and roasting
- Fall decoration
- Small gardens
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival this page | 85–95 days | Semi-bush | — |
| Royal Ace | — | Semi-bush | — |
Carnival FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Carnival?
Carnival (HMX 6732) is a hybrid acorn squash bred by T. Superak at Harris Moran (1991) with multicolored fruit: green-yellow with orange patches, cream and stripes, no two alike, over golden-yellow flesh that is mildly sweet and nutty.
How many days to maturity is Carnival?
Carnival is listed at 85–95 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 Carnival compare with other winter squash varieties?
Carnival: 85–95 days, semi-bush. Similar winter squash varieties include Royal Ace. The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Carnival good for?
Carnival is grown for baking and roasting, fall decoration, small gardens.
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 Growing Calendar: From Sowing to the Curing Shelf
- Pumpkin Pests and Diseases: Vine Borers, Squash Bugs and Mildew
- When to Harvest Pumpkins: Ripeness Signs, Curing and How Long They Store
- All 219 winter squash varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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