| Common Name | Squash |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Top Category | Winter Squash |
| Flavor Profile | Nutty, Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 3 - 4 lb. |
| Growing Conditions | Heat Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Vining |
| Harvest Advantages | Canning, Roasting, Storage |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain |
| Plant Type | Winter |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary |
Butterkin
Starting at $3.50
This great winter squash lives up to its name. With a dark orange interior that’s deliciously sweet and smooth in texture this is ideal for home gardeners. Bake it, steam it, roast it, or make pies and bread the sweet, tasty flavor holds its own. 2-4 lb fruits store several months for extending eating pleasure.
| Days to Maturity | 105 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 48" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2” |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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