Winter squash varieties include acorn, butternut, hubbard, and spaghetti squash. You can find Illinois grown winter squashes usually between May and November. Winter squashes are often a bit sweet and taste delicious roasted. Most squash has inedible skin. However, you can eat the skin on delicata and acorn squashes.
![Winter squash, acorn squash](/sites/default/files/styles/800_x_800/public/images/Winter-Squash.jpg?itok=qrFkr37R)
Look for squashes that are heavy for their size, without cuts or soft spots. Store them in a dark, dry location for up to several months.