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Photo de Courge 'Butterkin' F1. La courge 'Butterkin F1' est un croisement unique entre une courge Butternut et une citrouille, offrant des fruits ronds et aplatis avec une chair orange vif. La couleur caractéristique est : beige. Les fruits présentent cette forme : ronde aplatie. Le visuel permet d'observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés.

Processed Cucurbits

Squash Butterkin F1

Name: Squash Butterkin F1
Brand: W.H. Perron
SKU: 65-4608-010
Price: 7.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Butternut squash

Product code : NOR-GR04

The 'Butterkin F1' squash is a unique cross between a Butternut squash and a pumpkin, offering round, flattened fruits with bright orange flesh. Mild, creamy, and sweet, this squash is ideal for soups and makes an excellent choice for pies. Its attractive appearance and delicious taste make it a remarkable addition to the vegetable garden. This variety reaches maturity 100 days after sowing. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. Plan the spacing for your squash before sowing. Bush types stay around their planting spot, while vines need room to spread into an open area.

Quantity: 15 seeds
Exposure: Sun
Life cycle: Annual in cultivation in Quebec

Common nameSquash

FamilyCucurbits

GenusCucurbita

Speciesmusk

CultivarButterkin

TypeProcessed

Botanical nameButternut squash

'Butterkin' F1 Squash (Cucurbita moschata). The 'Butterkin' F1 squash is a unique cross between a Butternut squash and a pumpkin, offering round, flattened fruits with bright orange flesh. Mild, creamy, and sweet, this squash is ideal for soups and is an excellent choice for pies. Its attractive appearance and delicious taste make it a remarkable addition to the vegetable garden. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, the maturity of this variety is 100 days after sowing. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, the packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting.

For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil maintained at 18 °C (64.4 °F). For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, the sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, for this variety, respect this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, squashes and zucchinis establish better when their roots remain intact. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, sowing in individual pots facilitates transplantation; in the garden, wait for warmed soil.

This squash prefers rich, loose, and well-drained soil, with a full sun exposure. Pair it with companion plants like corn or beans for a harmonious garden and avoid antagonistic plants such as tomatoes or cabbage. Harvest the fruits when their beige color is uniform and the skin is hard to the touch. For 'Butterkin' F1 Squash, store them in a cool, dry place to prolong their freshness. Versatile and tasty, the 'Butterkin' F1 squash will add a sweet and creamy touch to your soups, pies, and autumn dishes.

Sowing guide

It all startswith a seed.

Sowing depth

1 in

Germination temperature

18°C (64.4°F)

Germination time

7 to 14 days

Sowing period

Indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost

Propagation

Sowing

Growing method

Germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, use a sowing depth of 2.5 cm. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure requirements: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. When planning the planting layout, allow space for each plant of this variety, which will vary depending on its spreading habits. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. Water generously to maintain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be grown on sturdy supports. This squash prefers rich, loose, well-drained soil in full sun. Ensure regular watering to maintain constant moisture and mulch around the plants to reduce evaporation and limit weeds.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Watering

Ensure regular watering to maintain constant moisture and mulch around the plants to reduce evaporation and limit weeds. Harvest the fruits when their beige color is uniform and the skin is hard to the touch. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure.

Soil type

This squash prefers rich, loose, and well-drained soil with full sun exposure. To plant this variety, first choose a location that corresponds to its exposure requirements: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust nutrients according to flowering and fruit growth; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer.

Fertilization

For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust applications for flowering and fruit development; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer. To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full-sun exposure.

Seasonal care

'Butterkin F1' hybrid winter squash (Cucurbita moschata) – offered by seed company WH Perron. The 'Butterkin F1' squash is a unique cross between a Butternut squash and a pumpkin, offering round, flattened fruit with bright orange flesh. Ensure regular watering to maintain constant moisture and mulch around the plants to reduce evaporation and limit weeds. Versatile and tasty, 'Butterkin F1' squash will add a sweet and creamy touch to your soups, pies, and autumn dishes. Water generously to retain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be grown on sturdy supports. Germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing calendar for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust nutrients during flowering and fruit enlargement; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer. Start monitoring the harvest for this variety as you approach 100 days after sowing; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

Drained container leaving the plant with a spread of Variable depending on conditions.

The foliage of this variety occupies approximately: Varies according to conditions; leave this width available around the container instead of crowding several plants against its edge. Place the container for this variety in this exposure: sun, checking the light received throughout the day. Emergence generally requires 7 to 14 days in soil maintained at 18°C (64.4°F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, respect this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. Water abundantly to maintain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be set up on sturdy supports. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. This squash prefers rich, loose, and well-drained soil, with full sun exposure.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Width / spread

Varies depending on conditions

Growth habit

Subshrub

Fruiting

'Butterkin F1' hybrid winter squash (Cucurbita moschata) – offered by seed company WH Perron. The 'Butterkin F1' squash is a unique cross between a Butternut squash and a pumpkin, offering round, flattened fruits with bright orange flesh. Harvest the fruits when their beige color is uniform and the skin is hard to the touch. For 'Butterkin' F1 squash, keep the labeled packet to track cultivar-specific data throughout the season.

Days to maturity

100 days after sowing

Harvest

Harvest the fruits at the stage appropriate to the variety by cutting their stem with a clean tool. For zucchinis and cucumbers, frequent harvesting allows you to enjoy tender fruits.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

When planning the layout, allow space for each plant of this variety based on its expected spread. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. To establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. Its attractive appearance and delicious taste make it a remarkable addition to the vegetable garden.

Recipe idea

From the gardento your plate.

Edible parts

Fruits

Recipe idea for your 'Butterkin' F1 squash harvest. Turn the squash flesh into soup. Cut the fruit using a suitable knife on a stable board, remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh. Sauté an onion in a pot with a little oil, then add the squash pieces. Pour in enough broth to just cover the vegetables and let simmer until the flesh is tender. Blend, adding the liquid gradually to adjust the thickness. A small diced apple can accompany the sweet-fleshed squash. When serving, add a spoonful of plain yogurt, pepper, and a few fresh herbs according to your taste. The size of the pieces influences the cooking time more than their exact shape. Check several pieces before removing the dish from the heat, especially if the harvest includes fruits of different sizes. Moist flesh sometimes requires a little more evaporation; denser flesh may require more liquid.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

When should I start sowing 'Butterkin' F1 squash seeds?

Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, observe this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. Squash and zucchini recover better when their roots remain intact. Sowing in individual pots facilitates transplanting; in the garden, wait for the soil to warm up. Avoid burying seedlings in cold, saturated soil. Identify each location and allow enough surface area for the stems from the start. The young plants seem small at sowing, but their foliage quickly takes up much more space.

When should I harvest 'Butterkin' F1 squash?

Begin observing the harvest of this variety as it approaches 100 days after sowing; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — flat-round. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: fruit size — 12 x 12 cm. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: weight — 1.4-2.3 kg. Harvest them when the flower has fallen off the end of the fruit. Before harvesting winter squash, ensure that the fruit is fully ripe and its skin is hard enough.

Which location is suitable for 'Butterkin' F1 squash?

To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun requirements. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. When planning the layout, allow for space per plant according to its spread. Sow each seed 2.5 cm deep in mounds spaced 1.5 m to 2 m apart. Thin later, keeping the two or three best plants. The foliage of this variety occupies approximately a variable area depending on conditions; leave this width available around the container instead of crowding several plants against its edge.

How should I water 'Butterkin' F1 squash while it is growing?

Water generously, and to retain moisture, incorporate organic matter into the soil and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining varieties can be grown on sturdy supports. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its light requirements: sun. It requires warm, fertile, well-drained soil and a full sun exposure. Observe the difference between male and female flowers; the latter have a young fruit at their base. Therefore, the presence of flowers does not mean that every flower will produce a squash.

What care does 'Butterkin' F1 squash require throughout the season?

Water generously, incorporate organic matter into the soil to retain moisture, and mulch after planting. In cooler regions, protect young plants with cloches or tunnels. Vining types can be grown on sturdy supports. Germination generally takes 7 to 14 days in soil kept at 18 °C (64.4 °F). The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, follow this sowing depth: 2.5 cm. Start checking for harvest of this variety as it approaches 100 days after sowing; then verify the desired color, firmness, and size for picking.