Description

Burgess Buttercup is a classic winter squash variety known for its rich, sweet flavor and smooth, dense texture. Its deep green fruits with a characteristic button-shaped blossom end produce vibrant golden-orange flesh that is excellent for roasting, mashing, soups, and baking. This dependable variety is prized for its storage ability and exceptional eating quality.

A vigorous and productive plant, Burgess Buttercup yields medium-sized fruits with a fine-grained, dry flesh that becomes even sweeter after curing. Its compact vine habit compared to other winter squashes makes it a practical choice for home gardens while still delivering abundant harvests.

• Type: Winter squash (Cucurbita maxima)
• Direct sow: After last frost when soil is warm
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 36–48 inches between hills
• Vine length: 6–10 feet
• Days to maturity: 95–110 days

Winter squash thrives in warm, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Sow seeds directly in hills and keep soil consistently moist during germination and early growth. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest when rinds are hard and deep green, and cure fruits in a warm, dry place for 10–14 days to improve sweetness and storage life.

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