Organic 'Waltham Butternut' Squash

Organic 'Waltham Butternut' squash (Cucurbita pepo), offered by the seed company Aimers

This heirloom variety produces beautiful, elongated fruits with smooth, creamy-yellow skin and a bulbous end containing a small seed cavity. The deep orange flesh is dense, sweet, and very flavorful, with a texture that improves even further after storage. Supported by long, vigorous vines, this winter squash is known for its high yield and excellent storage qualities.

Propagation: Direct sowing in late spring or indoor sowing
Plant height: 200 to 300 cm
Package size: Approximately 20 seeds
Harvest time: Approximately 90 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Corn, beans, nasturtiums
Incompatible plants: Potatoes

Planting and maintenance:
Sow directly outdoors from late May to mid-June, about 2.5 cm deep, in deep, rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Plant in mounds spaced about 2.4 m apart and thin to three plants per location after emergence. Water regularly throughout the season and protect the fruit from excessive moisture. Harvest when fully ripe before the first frost for optimal storage.