Description
Table Queen Organic Squash Seeds 4190.
Certified Organic 1913 Heirloom Acorn Squash Yielding Sweet Pale Yellow Flesh Perfect for Autumn Roasting.
Table Queen Organic Winter Squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a celebrated open-pollinated heirloom with over a century of history, now available as certified organic seed. A holiday favorite since 1913, this productive acorn squash produces dark green, deeply ribbed fruits averaging 15 cm in diameter. Beneath its hard shell lies tender, pale yellow flesh with a rich, exceptionally sweet flavor—tasting its absolute best when oven-roasted with a touch of butter and maple syrup or brown sugar. Excellent for long-term winter storage, Table Queen Organic remains a staple for Thanksgiving tables and autumn dining.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 4190
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo ‘Table Queen Organic’
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Type: Certified Organic Open-Pollinated Heirloom Winter Squash (Acorn Type)
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Fruit Size: Approx. 15 cm diameter
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Plant Spacing: Space hills 2.4 m apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Soil Preference: Deep, rich, organic, well-draining soil (pH 5.5–6.5)
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Germination: 7–10 days in warm soil
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Seed Depth: 2.5 cm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 20 seeds per packet (10–12 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Squash are heat-loving crops that thrive in full sun with organic-rich soil and careful transplanting to protect sensitive roots.
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Direct Sowing (Recommended): Direct sow seeds outdoors from late May to mid-June once soil temperatures have warmed thoroughly. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep in hills spaced 2.4 m apart, placing 4 to 6 seeds per hill. Thin to the 3 strongest seedlings per hill after emergence.
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Indoor Starting: In shorter-season regions, start seeds indoors 3 weeks before outdoor planting. Sow directly into paper, fibre, or peat pots to prevent root disturbance during transplanting.
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Soil Preparation & Care: Work generous amounts of rich compost or well-rotted organic matter into garden beds prior to planting. Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season.
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest mature squash before the first hard autumn frost when the rind turns dark green and hardens. Cut from the vine leaving a short stem section attached. Cured fruits store exceptionally well in a cool, dry location for winter eating.
Why Table Queen Organic Squash Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you are seeking a certified organic heirloom winter squash that combines a rich 100-year history with dependable productivity, sweet flavor, and legendary storage life, Table Queen Organic is an essential choice. Its classic acorn shape and sweet, roast-worthy flesh make it a favorite for Canadian home gardeners and organic growers alike.
