Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut'

Squash

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Common Name:

Squash

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

45 cm

Maximum width:

185 cm

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Description

Fall and winter, delicious butternut with improved fruit uniformity and increased yields. Interior is solid and dry. Excellent for storing. All-America Winner. Ready about 85 days after sowing. GARDEN HINTS: Leave on vine until fully mature.

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Blooming

Male and female flowers bloom on the same vine.

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Growth

Warm weather, annual vine covering at least 25 square feet. The edible fruit can be long, small, and roundish ad green to yellow or with stripes. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Does not tolerate frost. Flourishes in hot weather.

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Planting

Plant seeds in sunny spot in the ground 1-2 weeks after last frost 1 inch deep and 1-3 feet apart near trellis or fence. The soil must be warm, 60-75°F (16-23°C).

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, and beetles.

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Interesting facts

The foliage is often prickly.

Squash (Cucurbita moschata 'Waltham Butternut') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture.