Sweet REBA Acorn Squash
Best compact squash for home gardeners seeking high-yield, disease-resistant harvests.
Discover the Sweet REBA Acorn Squash, a superior bush-type variety developed with Cornell University. This open-pollinated squash is renowned for its exceptional flavor and ability to maintain high sugar content. It offers high yields, producing uniform fruits with a convenient bush habit for easier garden management. Enjoy a healthier harvest thanks to its strong resistance to Powdery Mildew. This variety matures in approximately 90 days, making it a reliable and delicious addition to your garden.
$4.15
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Category Rank
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Days to Maturity
90
/ days
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing flavor and nutritional density
- Organic gardeners seeking reliable, disease-resistant harvests
- Winter meal planners needing long-lasting pantry staples
Who should skip it
- Seed savers wanting to propagate their own crops
- Urban gardeners with limited planting space
- Northern growers dealing with short, cool summers
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Strong Powdery Mildew resistance ensures a healthier, more productive harvest season.
Flavor Profile
Exceptional sugar retention delivers a superior taste compared to standard varieties.
Garden Manageability
Compact bush habit makes this ideal for smaller garden footprints.
Yield Consistency
Reliable production of uniform fruits simplifies your kitchen prep and harvest.
Growth Reliability
Cornell-developed genetics provide a predictable 90-day path to maturity.
Genetic Integrity
Open-pollinated seeds allow for traditional, reliable gardening practices every year.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
90 days
Fruit Size
2-2.5 lbs
Habit
Bush
Pollination
Open-Pollinated
Disease Resistance
High Resistance to Powdery Mildew
Seeding Depth
½-1”
Plant Spacing
18-24” apart
Life Cycle
Annual
Features
- Superior flavor profile
- Resistant to Powdery Mildew
- Maintains high sugar content
- Convenient bush habit
- High yielding
- Uniform fruit production
- Developed with Cornell University
- Open-Pollinated variety
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the Sweet REBA Acorn Squash seeds for their exceptional flavor, consistently described as significantly sweeter and richer than standard varieties. Reviewers highlight the seeds' reliability, noting high germination and vigorous growth even in challenging organic settings. A major benefit is the early maturity, ensuring successful harvests in shorter growing seasons. Yields are excellent, producing uniform, medium sized fruits ideal for individual servings. While the initial cost is noted, customers agree the superior taste and robust performance fully justify the investment. This variety delivers deep satisfaction through its deliciousness and dependable results.
Know before you buy
Because this variety has a bush habit rather than a sprawling vine, it is much more compact than traditional squash. You should space your plants 18 to 24 inches apart, making it a great choice for smaller garden beds or raised containers.
Sweet REBA typically matures in about 90 days from planting. You can expect uniform fruits weighing between 2 and 2.5 pounds once they reach full maturity.
Not at all. This variety was specifically developed for high resistance to Powdery Mildew, which is one of the most common issues squash growers face. Its bush habit also makes it easier to manage and harvest compared to vining varieties.
Yes, Sweet REBA is an open-pollinated variety. This means you can save the seeds from your harvest to replant in future seasons, and they will grow true to the parent plant.
Sweet REBA is known for its superior, consistent flavor. It is specifically bred to maintain a high sugar content, resulting in a sweet, rich taste that holds up well after harvest.
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