Squash, Botanical Interests Waltham Butternut Winter Seeds

Botanical Name: Cucurbita moschata

Days to Maturity: 100 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Native: Northern Columbia

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Plant Dimensions: 8² vines

Variety Information: 8³-2³ long, 3-6 pounds, light tan skin with yellowish-orange flesh.

Type: Butternut

Attributes: Resists Squash Vine Borers, Long Storing

Winter squash gives you the perfect reason to look forward to winter! The rich, sweet flavor of butternut quickly became a classic and has set a bigh bar. Roast, bake, or pureé into a soup for classic winter fare. 4 to 5 fruits per plant; solid stems resist squash vine borers. Stores for months! 1970 All-America selections winner. 4 grams (35 seeds) This packet sows up to 17 mounds.