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(80-95 Days) (Cucurbita Moschata)
Waltham Butternut Squash is an extremely popular heirloom variety that is said to date back to the 1940’s, but was first publicly introduced in Massachusetts in the 1970’s! It produces solid amounts of 3-6 pound, straight-necked, yellow/orange fruit. Waltham Butternut Squash has a uniquely rich and nutty flavor profile, a longer shelf-life, and excellent versatility for sweet and savory dishes making it a must have heirloom winter squash variety!

Squash Planting Instructions –
We recommend direct sowing squash seeds 1-2 inches deep in an area that gets plenty of direct sunlight (at least 6 hours). You can transplant young plants, but squash roots are sensitive making it easier to direct-sow the seeds. Make sure to wait until there isn’t a chance of frost and soil temperatures are at least 60-65 degrees. The soil should be rich, well-drained, and have plenty of organic matter. Start seeds in slightly elevated dirt mounds 3-6 feet apart, as squash are sprawling plants that need plenty of space. Plant 4-6 seeds per mound, then thin to 1-2 depending on how far you choose to space the plants.