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Squash Seeds (Winter) - Burgess Buttercup

Considered the finest tasting of all winter squash

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Climbing
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cucurbita maxima

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 90 to 120 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Climbing

PLANT TYPE

  • Winter

COLOR

  • Orange

Grow Heirloom Squash - Plant Burgess Buttercup Winter Squash Seeds

A New England favorite, the "Burgess Buttercup" has long been considered by many to be the finest tasting of all winter squash. It develops 6 foot vines which produce luscious orange-flesh fruit weighing up to 5 pounds each!

  • • Trailing Vine Variety; Well Suited for Baking and Roasting
  • • Dark Green Skin with Buttery, Sweet Orange Flesh
  • • Stores Well; Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 to 2 inches

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 24 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 11
1 Ounce 100

Planting Guide

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    Squash Seeds (Winter) - Burgess Buttercup FAQs

    How big will Burgess Buttercup Squash get?

    Burgess Buttercup Squash grows to 5 to 8 inches in diameter, up to 5 pounds.

    What is the flavor profile of Burgess Buttercup Squash?

    Burgess Buttercup Squash has a flavor profile described as sweet, nutty, and creamy and dense texture.

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