Carnival is an F1 hybrid acorn winter squash with flecked green, gold, yellow and cream skin. Semi-bush plants give heavy yields of attractive fruit for decorating, then eating.
Sow outdoors after the last frost once soil is warm, or start indoors in individual pots to protect roots. Harvest before heavy frost and cure in the sun to harden the rind.
Features
F1 hybrid acorn winter squash
Flavor improves in storage
Semi-bush plants with heavy yields
Sow depth: 1/2-1 in. deep
Seed count: 15 seeds
Germination: 7-10 days at 70-85 F soil
Packet plants: 12-15 ft single row, 3-5 hills
Start indoors: 3-4 weeks before last frost
Botanical name: Cucurbita pepo
Days to maturity: 85 days
Harvest and storage: Cure 7-10 days in sun, store at 50-55 F and 50-65% humidity
