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Nothing beats the rich, sweet flavor of baked winter squash on a chilly, autumn day. 'Table King' is great for short seasons or late spring planting; it is early maturing for a winter squash. Compact, 4' vines are great for small gardens or even large containers, and they are so easy to grow from seed! A 1974 All-America Selections winner.
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- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
- Growing Info
Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 80 Days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Acorn Squash, Winter Squash (Learn more)
Native: United States and Northern Mexico
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4' vine
Variety Info: 2 pound, glossy, dark green/gray fruits with distinctive longitudinal ridges and sweet, yellow-orange flesh.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Sprouts in: 5 – 10 Days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ½" – 1"
Space Seeds: 2 – 3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 3' – 4'
Thinning: When 3 leaves, thin to 1 – 2 plants per mound
Growing Info
Harvesting: Harvest when the squash's rind is hard enough that you can't dent it with your fingernail and before first frost. Cut stem, (don't break it off) leaving 2" of stem attached, which keeps the squash whole, leaving no opening for infection. Though fruits are hard and may seem indestructible, treat them gently; bruising can spoil squash. Look for pollen-producing flowers that have long stems and harvest just before use (fruit-producing flowers have a very small, developing squash at the base of the flower and shorter stems).
- Karla L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 15, 20235 Stars
Healthy 100% germination rate. I can’t wait to see them
- Tiffany T.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsApr 22, 2026Extremely poor germination
One germinated out of the whole pack. I bought most of my seeds from BI this year - big mistake, won't do that again.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 3, 2026Hey Tiffany,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Anna K.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsOct 1, 2025A fall staple-
Acorn squash is one of our all-time favorite squash. The seeds germinated well. Lots of blossoms. I am trellising the vines and several fruits are developing nicely. Can't wait for them to ripen!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningOct 1, 2025Hey Anna K.,
We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your Table King Acorn Winter Squash Seeds are performing so beautifully! Good germination, lots of blossoms, and developing fruits is exactly what we love o hear! And smart thinking on trellising those vines - it's such a space-saving technique that also makes it easier to spot and care for those developing squash! It looks pretty cool too.
Your success with trellising will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to maximize their growing space while still enjoying homegrown winter squash. The anticipation of waiting for them to ripen is half the fun!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- MONA A. H.CA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 20, 2025Acorn Squash
Started out leggy and then progressed to a would be nice plant. Blooming and then my favorite pest, squirrels and birds devoured it. I'm in the process of building an enclosed area for my fall planting. Wish me luck.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Container - Maureen B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJan 25, 20255 Stars
I placed my order and it shipped right away. I'm so excited to get planting this Spring and I love that it's all organic seed.
