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- Days to maturity
- 90 days
- Growth habit
- Vining
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Tuffy lives up to its name with a very hard shell that helps it survive handling and storage. This acorn squash from Johnny's Selected Seeds bears well-ribbed, black-green fruit of about 2 pounds with dry, sweet yellow flesh, averaging five or six per plant. It was aimed at fresh-market growers but suits the home garden just as well. About 90 days from sowing.
Tuffy traits
- Acorn type from Johnny's Selected Seeds
- Black-green, heavily ribbed 2 lb fruit
- Very tough rind
- Dry, sweet yellow flesh
- 5-6 fruit per plant; about 90 days
Good for
- Baking
- Fresh market
- Storage
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuffy this page | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Anna Swartz | 90–100 days | Vining | — |
| Australian Butter | 90–100 days | Vining | — |
| Avalon | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Blue Prince F1 | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Buttercup | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Frisco Butternut | 90 days | Vining | — |
Tuffy FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Tuffy?
Tuffy lives up to its name with a very hard shell that helps it survive handling and storage. This acorn squash from Johnny's Selected Seeds bears well-ribbed, black-green fruit of about 2 pounds with dry, sweet yellow flesh, averaging five or six per plant.
How many days to maturity is Tuffy?
Tuffy is listed at 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 Tuffy compare with other winter squash varieties?
Tuffy: 90 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include Anna Swartz (90–100 days), Australian Butter (90–100 days), Avalon (90 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Tuffy good for?
Tuffy is grown for baking, fresh market, storage.
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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