| Common Name | Winter Squash Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Latin Name | Cucurbita moschata |
| Top Category | Winter Squash |
| Flavor Profile | Nutty, Rich |
| Fruit Size | 6” long |
| Growing Conditions | Container, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Harvest Advantages | Roasting, Storage |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain, Edible |
| Plant Resistance | Powdery Mildew |
| Plant Spread | Vine |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary, Trellis Garden |
| Germination Days | 10-15 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Cover Seeds |
| Soil Temperature | 70° |
Honeynut
Winter Squash Seed
A cross of the savory butternut, with the sweet buttercup, to get this extra sweet, smooth-textured, “mini” butternut. Great flavor. Plants are resistant to powdery mildew and unappealing to squash vine borers. Stores well.
$4.49
| Days to Maturity | 105 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 42" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2” |
| Row Spacing | 6' - 8' |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow |
| Water Needs | Average |
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