How do I know when an acorn squash is ripe?
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Ripened acorn squash turns dark green in color. The portion that has been in contact with the ground will go from yellow to orange. In addition to color, the rind, or skin, of acorn squash will become hard. Another way to tell ripeness is to look at the plant's stem.
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