Winter squash 'Waltham Butternut'
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Sweet butternut squash, productive and perfect for storage
Winter squash “Waltham Butternut” ( Cucurbita moschata ), offered by OSC Seeds
A classic and highly regarded variety, 'Waltham Butternut' produces creamy squash weighing 1.5 to 2.3 kg , with smooth, firm skin and a small seed cavity. Its dark orange flesh is sweet and fragrant, developing an even richer flavor after storage . The vigorous and very productive plants yield uniform fruit with a well-defined bulbous end. It is one of the best winter squashes for soup, purée, roasts, and comfort food.
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing in late spring
Height/Habit: Vigorous, creeping vines
Package size: Approximately 20 seeds
Harvest time: 90 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Corn, beans, nasturtiums
Incompatible plants: Other closely related cucurbits (competition)
Organic status: Certified organic
Planting and maintenance:
Sow indoors 2 to 3 weeks before planting out, or directly when the soil has warmed up. Plant in full sun in deep, rich, well-drained soil. Give the vigorous vines plenty of room. Water deeply without waterlogging. Harvest when the skin is firm and evenly colored. Allow to dry for a few days before storing in a cool, dry, and dark place, which further enhances the flavor.
