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- Days to maturity
- 90 days
- Growth habit
- Bush
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Bush Acorn is a compact acorn squash released by Cornell University, with plants that stay small and set fruit of 1 to 2 pounds. It resists powdery mildew, so the leaves stay productive through late summer. A practical acorn for raised beds; about 90 days.
Bush Acorn traits
- Compact bush acorn from Cornell University
- Fruit of 1-2 lb
- Resistant to powdery mildew
- About 90 days
Good for
- Raised beds
- Baking halved
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Acorn this page | 90 days | Bush | — |
| Butterfly | 90 days | Bush | — |
| Discus | 90 days | Bush | — |
| Harlequin | 90 days | Bush | — |
| Heart of Gold | 90 days | Bush | — |
| Orange Smoothie F1 | About 90 days | Bush | — |
| Sugar Dumpling | 90 days | Bush | — |
Bush Acorn FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Bush Acorn?
Bush Acorn is a compact acorn squash released by Cornell University, with plants that stay small and set fruit of 1 to 2 pounds. It resists powdery mildew, so the leaves stay productive through late summer.
How many days to maturity is Bush Acorn?
Bush Acorn 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 Bush Acorn compare with other winter squash varieties?
Bush Acorn: 90 days, bush. Similar winter squash varieties include Butterfly (90 days), Discus (90 days), Harlequin (90 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Bush Acorn good for?
Bush Acorn is grown for raised beds, baking halved.
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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- Hand Pollinating Pumpkins: Timing, Technique and Why Fruit Abort
- 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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