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Cucurbitaceae
Squash Table Queen
Cucurbita pepo
Product code : NOR-GR03
The 'Table Queen' squash is an organic variety with ribbed fruits featuring a smooth, thin, yet sturdy rind. Its orange flesh is flavorful and sweet when cooked, making it ideal as a side for meats or for stuffed recipes. The compact, bushy plants are perfectly suited for small gardens or limited spaces. This variety reaches maturity 90 days after sowing. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. The compact habit of this variety makes it easy to integrate into tight spaces: you can place the planting closer to a walkway to enjoy its details and tend to it easily.
- Quantity
- 15 seeds
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Annual in Quebec cultivation
Discover the plant
Common nameSquash
FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusCucurbita
Speciespepo
CultivarTable Queen
TypeOrganic
Botanical nameCucurbita pepo
Organic 'Table Queen' squash (Cucurbita pepo). The 'Table Queen' squash is an organic variety with ribbed fruits featuring a smooth, thin, yet sturdy rind. Its orange flesh is tasty and sweet when cooked, making it ideal for accompanying meats or for stuffed recipes. The compact, bushy plants are perfect for small gardens or confined spaces. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, this variety reaches maturity 90 days after sowing. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, the packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting.
For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, the sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, for this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, squashes and zucchinis recover better when their roots remain intact. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, sowing in individual pots facilitates transplantation; in the garden, wait for warmed soil.
Prepare rich, well-drained soil by enriching it with compost or decomposed manure. Fruits should be harvested when their dark green color is uniform and their rind is firm to the touch. With its tender and tasty flesh, 'Table Queen' squash is perfect for stews, side dishes, or stuffed recipes. An essential organic variety to enrich your vegetable garden and your table. For Organic 'Table Queen' squash, start monitoring the harvest of this variety as it approaches 90 days after sowing; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
1 in
Germination temperature
18 °C (64.4 °F)
Germination time
7 to 14 days
Sowing period
Indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost
Propagation
Sowing
Growing method
Germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18°C (64.4°F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its light requirements: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Use this variety as an edge for an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette shows best when taller plants do not close in above it. Sow each seed at a depth of 2.5 cm, in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. Water heavily to maintain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be trained on sturdy supports. Prepare rich, well-drained soil by enriching it with compost or rotted manure. Water regularly, maintaining uniform moisture, especially during dry periods.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Watering
Water regularly, maintaining uniform moisture, especially during dry periods. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. Water generously to retain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels.
Soil type
Prepare rich, well-drained soil by enriching it with compost or decomposed manure. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust inputs for flowering and fruit development; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer.
Fertilization
Prepare rich, well-drained soil by enriching it with compost or decomposed manure. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust applications for flowering and fruit development; a plant with dense foliage does not automatically require more fertilizer. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure requirements: sun.
Seasonal care
Water regularly, maintaining uniform moisture, especially during dry periods. Water generously to retain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be trained on sturdy supports. Germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18°C (64.4°F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust applications at flowering and fruit enlargement; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer. Begin observing this variety for harvest as it nears 90 days after sowing; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety presents this characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — ribbed, pointed. This variety presents this characteristic at harvest: fruit size — 10 x 11.5 cm. This variety presents this characteristic at harvest: weight — 0.7 kg. Harvest them when the flower has fallen from the end of the fruit. For organic 'Table Queen' Squash, keep the labeled packet to track cultivar-specific data throughout the season.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
One plant per drained container, with room for its mature size.
Place the container for this variety in a sunny location, checking the light received throughout the day. Germination typically takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, use a sowing depth of 2.5 cm. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Water generously to maintain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be grown on sturdy supports. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. The compact habit of this variety makes it easy to integrate into small spaces: you can place the planting near a path to enjoy its details and tend to it easily. Prepare rich, well-drained soil by enriching it with compost or decomposed manure.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Growth habit
Bush
Fruiting
'Table Queen' squash (Cucurbita pepo) – offered by seed company WH Perron. The 'Table Queen' squash is an organic variety with ribbed fruits featuring a smooth, thin, yet sturdy rind. Its orange flesh is tasty and sweet when cooked, making it ideal as a side for meats or for stuffed recipes. The fruits should be harvested when their dark green color is uniform and their rind is firm to the touch.
Days to maturity
90 days after sowing
Harvest
Harvest the fruits at the stage appropriate to the variety by cutting their stem with a clean tool. For zucchinis and cucumbers, frequent harvesting allows you to enjoy tender fruits.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Use this variety along the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not close in above it. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep, in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. To establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. An essential organic variety to enrich your vegetable garden and your table.
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Fruits
Recipe idea for your organic 'Table Queen' squash harvest: turn the squash flesh into a soup. Cut the fruit using a suitable knife on a stable board, remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh. Sauté an onion in a pot with a little oil, then add the pieces of squash. Pour in enough broth to just cover the vegetables and let simmer until the flesh is tender. Blend while gradually adding the liquid to adjust the thickness. A small diced apple can accompany mild-fleshed squash. When serving, add a spoonful of plain yogurt, pepper, and some fresh herbs according to your taste. The size of the pieces influences cooking time more than their exact shape. Check several pieces before removing the pot from the heat, especially if the harvest includes fruits of different sizes. Moist flesh sometimes requires a bit more evaporation; denser flesh may require more liquid.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When should I start sowing organic 'Table Queen' squash seeds?
Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. Squash and zucchini recover better when their roots remain intact. Sowing in individual pots facilitates transplanting; in the garden, wait for the soil to warm up. Avoid burying seedlings in cold, saturated soil. Identify each location and allow enough surface area for the stems from the start. The young plants seem small at sowing, but their foliage quickly takes up much more space.
How to grow organic 'Table Queen' acorn squash in containers?
Place the container for this variety in a sunny location, checking the light received throughout the day. Use this variety along the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette is best appreciated when taller plants do not close in above it. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep, in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. Water generously to maintain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels.
When should I harvest organic 'Table Queen' squash?
Start observing the harvest of this variety as you approach 90 days after sowing; then check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety features this characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — ribbed, pointed. This variety features this characteristic at harvest: fruit size — 10 x 11.5 cm. This variety features this characteristic at harvest: weight — 0.7 kg. Harvest them when the flower has fallen from the end of the fruit. Before harvesting winter squash, ensure that the fruit is fully ripe and its skin is sufficiently hard.
Which location is suitable for organic 'Table Queen' squash?
To install this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Use this variety along the edge of an accessible landscape; its compact silhouette shows best when taller plants do not close in above it. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep, in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. Place the container for this variety in a sunny location, monitoring the light received throughout the day.
How should I water organic 'Table Queen' squash while it is growing?
Water generously, incorporate organic matter into the soil to retain moisture, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining varieties can be grown on sturdy supports. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun. Observe the difference between male and female flowers, the latter having a small fruit at their base. Therefore, the presence of flowers does not mean that every flower will produce a squash.
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