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Squash Seeds (Winter) - Butterbaby

Resistant to powdery mildew

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Climbing
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cucurbita moschata

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 100 to 105 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Vining

Love winter squash but are short on space? Butterbaby’s semi-bush plants yield petite, buttery-yellow squash that fit nicely in small spaces like raised beds or container gardens. Each fruit is the perfect portion for one, boasting tender, creamy flesh with a rich, nutty flavor. An ideal variety for roasting, grilling, or sautéing. With prolific yields and compact vines, Butterbaby Squash is the goldilocks solution to novice and experienced gardeners craving autumn’s favorite vegetable.

  • • Yields an abundance of single-serving butternut squash
  • • Comapct vines can be trellised to save space
  • • Rich in vitamins and nutrients and promotes heart, eye, and digestive health

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 26 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 25

Planting Guide

View our Squash Planting Guide to learn more.

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Squash Seeds (Winter) - Butterbaby

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Squash Seeds (Winter) - Butterbaby FAQs

Is Butterbaby Squash resistant to animals or disease?

Butterbaby Squash shows resistance to Powdery Mildew, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is Butterbaby Squash?

Butterbaby Squash is a hybrid seed.

How big will Butterbaby Squash get?

Butterbaby Squash grows to 0 to 2 pounds.

What is the flavor profile of Butterbaby Squash?

Butterbaby Squash has a flavor profile described as sweet.

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