Butternut Squash Seeds

Packet +/- 54 seeds

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$1.49

1/4 Pound

Price:

$11.95

1 Pound

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$23.95

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Quick Overview

The squash you prepare as you please from pies to serving-size pieces that are baked, steamed, or mashed.

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Details

SKU	5SQUASHG
Common Name	Squash
Botanical Name	Cucurbita
Light Requirements	Full Sun
How to Grow	Direct Sow
Planting Depth	1 inch
Planting Time	Warm Season
Seed Spacing	3 inches apart (6-8 plants per hill)
Row Spacing	48-72 inches
Space After Thinning	2-3 plants per hill
Days to Germination	10-14
Days to Harvest	95-110
In the Kitchen	Baking, Grilling, Steaming
Ships As	Seed

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Description

The rich orange meat from Acorn squash makes delectable vegetable dishes, and is great with almost any entree.

When and Where to Plant: Select a sunny location (will tolerate light shade) and plant in late spring when soil is warm and danger of frost is past. Cultivate and enrich with vegetable food and organic matter. Firm soil over seed.
Care: Water heavily and frequently. Feed every 3-4 weeks.
Harvesting: Allow fruit to remain on vine until mature. Pick before frost, leaving part of stem attached. Store in a warm, dry place.

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