Grow the undisputed king of winter squash with our Waltham Butternut seeds. This All-American Selections winner is a beloved heirloom, celebrated for its rich, sweet, nutty flavor and exceptionally smooth, creamy texture. It produces large, uniform, classic butternut-shaped fruits with tan skin and deep orange flesh. A fantastic and reliable producer, Waltham Butternut is the perfect squash for roasting, making soups, or baking, and it stores exceptionally well for delicious winter meals.

What you\’ll love

• A classic All-American Selections award-winning variety.
• A rich, sweet, and nutty flavor with a wonderfully smooth, creamy texture.
• The classic, uniform butternut shape is perfect for roasting and cooking.
• An exceptional storage squash that will keep well for months.

Seed details

• Plant Name: Waltham Butternut Squash (Cucurbita moschata)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
• Type: All-American Selections Winner, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Height: 8-12 foot vine
• Days to Maturity: 85-100 days
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors in a sunny spot after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is very warm.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
• Spacing: Sow seeds in hills, planting 4-5 seeds per hill and spacing hills 4-6 feet apart. Thin to the strongest 2-3 plants per hill.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil.
• Watering: Water consistently and deeply, especially when fruits are forming.

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