Waltham Butternut Winter Squash Seeds

Grow Waltham Butternut Winter Squash (Cucurbita moschata), an annual vegetable for waltham butternut squash, winter squash, and butternut seeds.

Start Waltham Butternut Winter Squash indoors and transplant after the seedlings are established. Plant the seed approximately 1 inch deep. Plan for approximately 36–48 inches between plants; rows 48–72 inches. Provide full sun. Expect germination in approximately 4–6 days at 65–85°F soil. Waltham Butternut Winter Squash is grown for waltham butternut squash, winter squash, and butternut seeds.

Botanical Name: Cucurbita moschata

Plant Type: Annual

Sun: Full Sun

Planting Depth: 1 inch

Spacing: 36–48 inches between plants; rows 48–72 inches

Germination: 4–6 days at 65–85°F soil

Maturity: 85–110 days

Plant Height: Vining; large spread

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