HomeWaltham butternut squash produces 12" long fruits that weigh up to 5 pounds and have a thick neck. They are easy to cut up and prepare for recipes. The hard vines are resistant to squash vine borer. The yellow-orange flesh has a delicious, nutty flavor. Excellent long keeper for storage. This American heirloom appeared in the 1940's. It was an All-America Selections winner in 1970.
Waltham butternut squash is easy to prepare because you don't need an axe to cut it. Just cut off the stem end, slice it in half lengthwise, and bake it cut side down in a glass baking dish with a little water to keep it from drying out.
Sowing Squash 'Waltham Butternut' Seeds
Sow squash seeds outdoors after the last frost date, 1" deep. Sow in hills spaced 4-6' apart. Thin to 2 plants per hill. Full sun.
Squash 'Waltham Butternut'
(110 days) Cucurbita moschata
30 seeds $3.00
