Product Name : Winter Squash Butternut Waltham Seeds
Quantity : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack
Mature Height : Vines can grow up to 10-15 feet long, with squash typically forming on trailing vines
Light Requirements : Full sun, at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day
Soil Requirements : Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter, with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8
Uses : Ideal for roasting, soups, stews, and baking; known for its sweet, nutty flavor and long storage life
Product Details:
Germination Rate : High, ensuring a good percentage of seeds will sprout
Seed Freshness : New seeds, ensuring optimal germination
Origin : Sustainably sourced from reputable growers
Shelf Life : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination potential
Planting Instructions:
Seed Preparation: No special preparation required, but soaking seeds in water for 12-24 hours before planting can help speed up germination.
Sowing:
Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date when soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep, spacing them 4-6 feet apart in rows or hills. Indoor Sowing: Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds in biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance when transplanting. Germination: Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days under optimal conditions of soil moisture and temperature (70-95°F).
Transplanting:
If starting indoors, transplant seedlings to the garden when they have at least two true leaves and after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 4-6 feet apart to accommodate the sprawling vines.
Care and Maintenance:
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the flowering and fruiting stages. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage. Mulching: Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Support: Provide ample space for vines to spread or use a trellis system to save space and keep fruits off the ground. Harvesting: Harvest butternut squash when the skin is hard and evenly tan, and the stem has dried out. Cut the squash from the vine, leaving a few inches of stem attached to increase storage life.
