Table Queen Acorn Squash Seeds HEIRLOOM. Cucurbita Pepo. Annual. 80 days. 6-12" height. 4-6' spacing. Produces ribbed, acorn shaped dark green squashes that average 2-3 lbs. The flesh of this heirloom acorn is a sweet golden yellow that turns more orange in storage and the rind is dark green and ribbed. Leave on vine until fully mature. Harvest before frost, leaving part of the stem attached to the fruit. Store for winter use at 45-55 F in a dry place..