Grow Cucurbita pepo 'Honey Bear' (Squash 'Honey Bear') for sweet, single-serving acorn squash on a compact plant that fits raised beds and small-space gardens. You will get the best performance in full sun and rich, well-drained soil with steady moisture. Plan for a spreading habit (about 48-60 inches wide), even though the vines are relatively compact, and give the plant room to run or train along the edge of the bed.

Start with warm soil. Direct sow after frost when nights are reliably mild, or start seeds indoors and transplant once the weather has settled. Set plants where they will not be shaded and where you can water at the base. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and early fruit set, and mulch to reduce splashing on leaves and conserve moisture. Feed with compost or a vegetable-focused fertilizer according to label directions; avoid overdoing high nitrogen, which can push leafy growth at the expense of fruiting.

Pollination matters for good fruit set. Encourage bees by avoiding broad-spectrum insecticides and by planting flowers nearby. If fruit drop is a problem, check that blossoms are being visited and that plants are not stressed by drought or cold nights. Watch for powdery mildew and other common cucurbit issues; good airflow, watering at the soil line, and removing badly affected leaves can help keep plants productive.

Harvest when fruits have reached full color and the rind is hard; cut with a short stem attached and handle carefully to avoid bruising. Cure in a warm, dry, well-ventilated spot for a short period if needed, then store in a cool, dry location. Enjoy the sweet, orange flesh baked, roasted, or stuffed for easy, satisfying meals.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-10 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Mature height: 18-20"
• Spread: 48-60"
• Edible: Yes
• Vine: Yes

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