Grow the gold standard of butternut squash!
Waltham Butternut is a beloved heirloom known for its smooth tan skin, sweet orange flesh, and reliable yields. It’s easy to grow, stores beautifully, and tastes like autumn in every bite. Whether roasted, puréed, or baked into pies, this squash brings warmth and comfort to your kitchen all season long.
Variety: Waltham Butternut Squash (Cucurbita moschata)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual, vigorous vining
Height: Vines can reach 10–15 feet
Flavor Profile: Sweet, nutty, and smooth
Color: Tan skin with deep orange flesh
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: 85–100 days to maturity
Uses: Roasting, soups, baking, purées
Storage: Excellent keeper; flavor improves after curing
Fun Fact: Waltham Butternut is the benchmark for butternut squash—uniform, flavorful, and easy to grow.
This squash is a kitchen staple for fall and winter meals. Roast it into golden cubes, blend it into velvety soups, or bake it into sweet pies. Its smooth texture and rich flavor make it perfect for creamy dishes and cozy comfort food. Plus, it stores for months, so you can enjoy garden-grown goodness long after harvest.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow 1 inch deep, spaced 3–4 feet apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 2–3 plants per hill to allow vines to spread.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when the skin is hard and the stem is dry—usually around 85–100 days. Cure for 10–14 days to enhance sweetness and shelf life.
