Winter Squash Butternut Waltham Seeds for Planting - Grow Sweet and Nutty Butternut Squash

Winter Squash Butternut Waltham Seeds

• Mature Height: Vines grow 10-15 feet long
• Light: Full sun, 6-8 hours of direct sunlight
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, with pH 6.0-6.8
• Uses: Perfect for roasting, soups, stews, and baking; sweet, nutty flavor and excellent storage

Overview
Butternut squash seeds grow vigorous vines with a high germination rate, producing squash with a rich, sweet flavor perfect for various dishes. Best grown in fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.

Planting Instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow in the garden after the last frost date. Space seeds 4-6 feet apart, planting 1 inch deep. Or, start indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost in biodegradable pots.
• Germination: Occurs in 7-14 days under optimal conditions (70-95°F).
• Transplanting: When seedlings have two true leaves, transplant them outdoors, spacing plants 4-6 feet apart.

Care

• Water: Keep soil moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.
• Mulch: Use mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.
• Support: Provide space for vines or use a trellis.
• Harvest: When the skin is hard and tan, and the stem is dried, cut from the vine.

Enjoy your homegrown butternut squash!