Waltham Butternut Squash - St. Clare Heirloom Seeds
Waltham Butternut Squash - St. Clare Heirloom Seeds
Waltham Butternut Squash - St. Clare Heirloom Seeds
Waltham Butternut Squash - St. Clare Heirloom Seeds
Squash, Winter - Waltham Butternut - St. Clare Heirloom Seeds - Photo credit Cheryl Netter

Winter Squash – Waltham Butternut

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25 Seeds per pack

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(Cucurbita moschata) 95-110 days.       The most popular of the winter squashes. The Waltham Butternut Squash was introduced in 1970 by Bob Young of Waltham Massachusetts and is an All-American Selections Award winner. Buff colored rind with fine-textured, sweet orange flesh, that is creamy and rich, with a nutty flavor. Stores very well, lasting sometimes 6 months or even longer. Very resistant to vine borers. Vigorous and dependable. Fruits average 8-9″ long, and weigh 3-6 lbs. Great for steaming, boiling, baking, or even harvest young and use as a summer squash.

Planting Instructions for Waltham Butternut Winter Squash Seeds

Waltham Butternut Winter Squash is a warm season crop, sensitive to frost and light freezes. Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Winter Squash indoors 3-4 weeks. before last frost date or direct seed outdoors after danger of frost. Plant Winter Squash in full sun. To direct seed Waltham Butternut, plant 6-8 seeds 1″ deep in 1′ diameter hills, thinning to 3 or 4 plants at the set of true leaves. Or plant Winter Squash Seeds in rows 1″ deep, 2′ apart. Keep rows and hills 6′ apart. Germination should occur in 5-10 days at 65-85°F. Keep soil just-damp during germination, or seeds may rot. Harvest when Waltham Butternut rind has hardened and finger nail requires pressure to pierce rind. Leave 2-3″ stem on when cutting from plant for longer storage.

FAQ:

How long does it take for Waltham Butternut Squash to mature?

Waltham Butternut Squash matures in approximately 95-110 days.

What are the characteristics of Waltham Butternut Squash?

This variety has a buff-colored rind with fine-textured, sweet orange flesh that is creamy and nutty in flavor. Fruits average 8-9 inches long, weigh 3-6 pounds, and store well for up to 6 months or longer.

How should Waltham Butternut Squash seeds be planted?

Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. For direct sowing, plant 6-8 seeds 1 inch deep in 1-foot-diameter hills, thinning to 3-4 plants at the true leaf stage. Alternatively, plant seeds in rows spaced 2 feet apart, with rows or hills spaced 6 feet apart.

When is the best time to harvest Waltham Butternut Squash?

Harvest when the rind has hardened, and a fingernail requires pressure to pierce it. Leave a 2-3 inch stem on the squash when cutting it from the plant to ensure longer storage.

What makes Waltham Butternut Squash a good choice for gardeners?

This variety is highly resistant to vine borers, vigorous, dependable, and versatile. It can be steamed, boiled, baked, or even harvested young and used as a summer squash. Additionally, it is an excellent keeper, storing for 6 months or longer.

 

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20 reviews for Winter Squash – Waltham Butternut

  1. Mary Hayes (verified owner) –

    Never too many seeds for this

  2. Suzanne (verified owner) –

    Have a few small squash started

  3. David (verified owner) –

    so far so good !

  4. Matthew (verified owner) –

    I bought these seeds to save with my survival supplies, so I can’t speak to their quality, but going by the tomato seeds that I got from you, I have every confidence that they are a very reliable product.

  5. Mike H. (verified owner) –

    Very satisfied with my purchase, great germination and good producer. Highly recommend !

  6. Kit B. (verified owner) –

    Very good. Grew well, will buy again.

  7. Trudy Wang (verified owner) –

    ditto

  8. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Excited to start these next year!

  9. cecilbolton (verified owner) –

    First time buy and growing St. Clare seeds. So many squash growing now. Can’t wait till they’re mature enough to eat.

  10. Hazel Hardisty (verified owner) –

    Excellent!

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  12. Robert D. (verified owner) –

    5 star!

  13. Patricia Stone (verified owner) –

    Excellent!

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  16. Susan Bright (verified owner) –

    Look hearty and strong

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  18. The Prices (verified owner) –

    This was our first attempt at growing butternut squash. We grew 8 plants and harvested so many squash we had to give them away. The flavor and texture is delicious. Great variety of butternut squash!

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  20. Barbara S. (verified owner) –

    I’ve had a good harvest each fall each year

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