{"title":"Butternut Squash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eButternut squash seeds — sweet, nutty winter keepers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eButternut is the best-loved of the winter squashes — a smooth, pear-shaped fruit with dense, sweet orange flesh that stores for months. It belongs to our wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gourds-squash\"\u003egourds \u0026amp; squash\u003c\/a\u003e range and sits among our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vegetables\"\u003evegetable seeds\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're new to it all, our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/growing-vegetables-the-complete-beginner-friendly-guide-with-pro-tips\"\u003evegetable growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e walks you through every step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne healthy plant can ripen several fruits — cure them in the sun and they'll feed you well into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/vegetable-sowing-calendar\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#66971d;color:#ffffff;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eOpen the vegetable sowing calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-germinate-seeds\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffffff;color:#3f6312;border:1.5px solid #9cc35f;padding:10.5px 21px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eHow to germinate seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy grow butternut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew vegetables reward a little patience like butternut: rich, velvety soups, roasting wedges and a long larder life from a single autumn harvest. The trailing plants need room but are otherwise forgiving — a satisfying step up for anyone already growing the quicker types among our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gourds-squash\"\u003esummer squash\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pumpkin\"\u003epumpkins\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing butternut squash from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eButternut needs a long, warm season. Sow indoors in mid to late spring, plant out after frost into rich, sunny ground, and let it sprawl. Water and feed generously while the fruits swell, then leave them to ripen and harden before the first frosts. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/vegetable-sowing-calendar\"\u003esowing calendar\u003c\/a\u003e shows the timing, and our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-germinate-seeds\"\u003egermination guide\u003c\/a\u003e gets the seeds off to a strong start.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn cooler spots, start early and grow against a warm wall to be sure of ripe fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gourds-squash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#66971d;color:#ffffff;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eExplore gourds \u0026amp; squash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pumpkin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffffff;color:#3f6312;border:1.5px solid #9cc35f;padding:10.5px 21px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBrowse pumpkins\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePopular vegetable categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gourds-squash\"\u003eGourds \u0026amp; Squash\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/winter-squash\"\u003eWinter Squash\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pumpkin\"\u003ePumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spaghetti-squash\"\u003eSpaghetti Squash\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vegetables\"\u003eAll Vegetables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"\/\"\u003eSeedsChoice\u003c\/a\u003e, every order ships from Meppel, NL with fast, tracked EU delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pumpkin-waltham-butternut-seeds-cucurbita-moschata","title":"Pumpkin Waltham Butternut Seeds Cucurbita Moschata Annual","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Waltham Butternut Pumpkin For Home Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epumpkin waltham butternut seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are a popular choice for gardeners who want a reliable, annual vining squash plant with distinctive peanut-shaped fruits and deep orange flesh. This variety is also known as waltham butternut squash and is valued for its consistent shape and kitchen versatility. Botanical name: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e. As a full sun squash variety, it suits warm, open positions and can be grown in open ground where the vines have room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFruit Size, Shape, And Storage Potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruits typically reach up to around 30 cm in length and develop a smooth, tan skin with a classic butternut profile. Many growers choose these butternut squash seeds for harvests intended for keeping, as this is often described as a long storing winter squash when cured and stored in suitable conditions. The firm orange flesh is well suited to baking, roasting, and mashing, and it pairs well with robust seasonings such as curry, cumin, paprika, cardamom, and cloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Context And Garden Placement Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cucurbita moschata seeds are commonly grown as annual butternut squash seeds in vegetable plots, mixed kitchen gardens, and specialty collections where both ornamental presence and culinary use are appreciated. Provide a fertile, well-prepared bed and a sunny site for best overall plant performance. If you are looking for waltham butternut pumpkin seeds for a productive, trailing squash with classic fruits, this variety is a dependable option for seasonal growing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51728884826449,"sku":"SHA-GRO-031153-0","price":3.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-GRO-031153-0_1_5867e5d4-2f05-467e-8835-50b6bc98f903.png?v=1778177773"},{"product_id":"waltham-butternut-squash-seeds-organic-cucurbita-moschata","title":"Waltham Butternut Squash Seeds Organic Cucurbita Moschata Annual","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic winter squash seeds for kitchen gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewaltham butternut squash seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are an organic vegetable choice for gardeners who want a reliable winter squash with classic butternut form. This peanut shaped squash variety is known for producing elongated fruits with orange flesh and a smooth, tan skin when mature. As an annual crop, it fits well into mixed beds and larger plots where a vining habit can spread and set multiple fruits over the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant habit, fruit qualities, and uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vining squash plant type with a vigorous, trailing growth style and a stated plant height around 65 cm. The fruits are valued in the kitchen for roasting, baking, and puréeing, making it a versatile option for everyday cooking and seasonal recipes. If you are looking for annual \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e seeds, this variety is a well-known selection within the winter squash group and a popular choice for home vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal fit and site preference notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese winter squash seeds are typically associated with sow outdoors April to June and harvest September to October, depending on local conditions. The plant is described as needing sufficient warmth and a moderately moist soil, and it performs best in fertile ground. For gardeners searching for organic Waltham butternut seeds or direct sow squash seeds, this variety offers a familiar shape, dependable garden presence, and a harvest suited to autumn cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51743787286865,"sku":"SHA-AUR-011152-3","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-AUR-011152-3_1_df08c0ef-9a8c-4752-ae34-27c7d5a580cd.png?v=1778194092"},{"product_id":"butternut-rugosa-pumpkin-seeds-cucurbita-moschata","title":"Butternut Rugosa Pumpkin Seeds Cucurbita Moschata Vegetable Variety","description":"\u003ch2\u003eButternut Rugosa pumpkin seeds for winter squash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebutternut rugosa pumpkin seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are a distinctive winter squash seed variety selected for producing elongated, lightly ribbed fruits with a characterful, textured exterior. This vegetable variety belongs to \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e and is valued by gardeners who want a vigorous trailing squash plant that can cover space and develop substantial fruits over the season. The flesh is described as firm with a sweet, nutty flavour, making it a popular choice for a wide range of kitchen uses where winter squash is enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant habit and fruit characteristics in gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButternut Rugosa is known as a strong grower with a spreading, trailing habit, so it suits gardens where the plant can run and fill an open area. The fruits are typically cylindrical to elongated and show gentle ribbing, giving the classic look many people seek in butternut rugosa squash seeds. Expect a rugose skin squash appearance and yellow-orange flesh colour as the fruits mature, aligning well with the “elongated ribbed squash” style that stands out in the vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal timing notes for planning your crop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor planning purposes, this variety is commonly associated with the timeframe “butternut rugosa pumpkin seeds sowing march june” and the harvest window “butternut rugosa pumpkin seeds harvest august november.” These seasonal notes can help you coordinate space and succession with other crops while keeping your garden calendar organised.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52575283118417,"sku":"SHA-HOR-041044-2","price":3.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-HOR-041044-2_1_397705cd-05d2-42c1-8b0d-4339466c7ed3.png?v=1778187526"}],"url":"https:\/\/seedschoice.be\/collections\/butternut-squash.oembed","provider":"SeedsChoice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}