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Botanical Love Butternut Waltham Seeds
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Botanical Love Butternut Waltham Seeds

Cucurbita spp.

$2.49 NZD

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10 seeds per packet

Butternut Waltham Seeds are prized for producing exceptional winter squash with a smooth texture and sweet flavor. Ideal for home gardeners and small-scale farmers, these seeds germinate reliably and grow vigorously under proper conditions.

Untreated seeds. Winter Squash / Butternut Waltham A reliable favourite for home gardeners, Butternut Waltham is an easy-to-grow winter squash that rewards you with excellent yields of beautifully shaped fruit. Each squash typically grows to around 22cm long and weighs approximately 1.8–2.2kg, making it a great size for the kitchen. Inside, you’ll find rich orange flesh with a small seed cavity, meaning more of the sweet, smooth flesh you want for cooking. Perfect for roasting, baking, soups, mash, and hearty winter meals, this versatile variety is prized for both its flavour and texture. Butternut Waltham Seeds are prized for producing exceptional winter squash with a smooth texture and sweet flavor. Ideal for home gardeners and small-scale farmers, these seeds germinate reliably and grow vigorously under proper conditions. Selecting Butternut Waltham Seeds ensures you get pumpkins and squash with uniform shape and attractive tan skin. These seeds are perfect for fresh consumption, cooking, and storing through the winter months, making them a versatile addition to any garden.

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At a glance

How this one grows

Sun

full sun

Days to maturity

85-100 days

Sowing season

Spring, Summer

Spacing

90cm apart

Sowing depth

3cm

Packet size

10 seeds

Sowing notes

From packet to plate

  1. 1

    Plant in a sunny spot 3cm deep in well mulched, easy draining soil.

  2. 2

    Water well.

  3. 3

    Occasional fertilising during the growing seasons boosts healthy development.

  4. 4

    Use a sharp knife to cut the squash from the vine, leave a few inches of stem to prevent rot.

  5. 5

    Cure the harvested squash in a warm dry spot for 2 weeks to further harden the skin, then move to a cool dry place.

  6. 6

    Can last for several months in a cool dry location.

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