Striking Color & Superior Flavor for Roasting, Stuffing, and Storage
Discover the beauty and taste of Squash ‘Starry Night Acorn’, a standout acorn squash variety celebrated for both its exceptional culinary quality and its unique, pixelated color pattern. Maturing in about 95 days, this semi-bush plant produces 2–2.5 lb. fruits with dark green skin adorned by golden-yellow speckles—reminiscent of a starlit sky. Selected specifically for its flavor and appearance, ‘Starry Night’ brings gourmet appeal and visual intrigue to fall harvests and holiday tables.
With its buttery, nutty, and mildly sweet flesh, ‘Starry Night Acorn’ offers a smoother, less stringy texture than traditional acorn squash. Its orange interior caramelizes beautifully when roasted, making it ideal for baking, stuffing, or cubing for salads and side dishes. The thick, durable rind not only helps the squash maintain its shape during cooking but also extends its shelf life—these squashes will store well into the holidays and often up to three months. The edible skin and attractive presentation make it a favorite for both everyday meals and festive occasions.
This variety grows as a semi-bush, reaching a height and spread of 2–3 feet, and requires spacing of 18–24 inches between plants. Direct sow seeds after the last frost in full sun and well-drained soil. Keep well watered, especially during fruit set, and mulch to retain soil moisture. Harvest when the skin is dark green-black with a yellow or orange spot on the underside, and the stem is dry and tan. Handle fruits gently to avoid bruising, and cure in a warm, dry place for a week to maximize storage potential.
Growing Success Tips:
- Direct sow after the last frost in full sun and well-drained soil.
- Space plants 18–24″ apart to allow for their 2–3′ spread.
- Water deeply and consistently, especially during flowering and fruit development.
- Harvest when the rind is dark and the spot underneath turns yellow or orange; cure before storing.
Squash ‘Starry Night Acorn’ is the perfect choice for gardeners seeking a visually stunning, easy-to-grow winter squash with top-notch flavor and storage qualities. Its combination of beauty, taste, and long shelf life ensures it stands out in any home garden or on the holiday table.
For the sweetest, most flavorful flesh, allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine before harvesting.
Product Features
- Unique pixelated dark green skin with golden-yellow speckles
- 2–2.5 lb. fruits with orange, buttery, nutty flesh
- Semi-bush growth habit, 2–3′ spread
- Stores well for up to 3 months
- Edible skin and attractive presentation
Growing Information
- Days to harvest: 95 from sowing
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile
- Water: Deep, consistent moisture
- Spacing: 18–24″ apart
- Height/Spread: 2–3′ semi-bush habit
Key Benefits
- Superior flavor: buttery, nutty, mildly sweet, and smooth texture
- Unique, decorative appearance perfect for fall and holiday displays
- Excellent for roasting, stuffing, and baking with edible skin
- Long storage life—enjoy homegrown squash well into winter
