ORGANIC AND OPEN POLLINATED SEEDS

Cucurbita moschata

Butternut Waltham Squash is a beloved heirloom winter squash known for its sweet, flavourful orange flesh and reliable yields. Unlike summer squash varieties, it thrives in cooler weather and produces several bell-shaped, light brown fruits per plant.

The flesh is velvety smooth and caramelizes beautifully when baked or sautéed, making it perfect for soups, stews, or simply roasted. Rich in vitamin A, this versatile squash offers a deliciously nutty and creamy flavour.

Waltham Butternut Squash fruits typically weigh between 1.5 to 2 kg and measure about 9 inches (23 cm) long. Seeds are usually direct sown into the soil, requiring moderate watering and well-drained soil with sunny conditions.

Ready to harvest in 80 to 100 days, this hardy variety is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a dependable crop that delivers large, nutritious fruits as the Monsoons give way to winter. A true classic for sweet or savoury dishes, the Waltham Butternut Squash remains one of the most popular winter squashes in home gardens.

Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom

• About: Popular winter squash with smooth tan skin and sweet orange flesh.
• Culinary Use: Roasts, soups, curries, and bakes beautifully.
• Growing Season: Cool weather (Nov–Mar).
• Days to Harvest: 85–100 days.
• Harvest Tips: Pick when skin hardens and stem dries. Stores well.
• Sunlight: Full sun, 6–8 hours.
• Container Friendly: Prefers ground space but can be grown in large. 18”-20” containers.
• Seed Count per Packet: ~20-25 seeds.