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Butternut

Cucurbita moschata 'Butternut'

Days to Maturity
85-100
Type
Heirloom
Difficulty
beginner
Season
summer

About Butternut

Butternut is a heirloom variety of Cucurbita maxima developed by USA and introduced in 1944. This variety typically matures in 85 to 100 days from transplant.

🏆 Heirloom Variety

This is an open-pollinated heirloom variety, meaning you can save seeds and they will grow true to type. Heirlooms often have superior flavor and have been passed down through generations.

Growing Zones

Butternut can be grown successfully across a wide range of USDA hardiness zones. Select your zone below for specific planting guidance:

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Other Cucurbita maxima Varieties

Acorn
80-90 days
Acorn (*C. pepo*)
85-110 days
Blue Hubbard
110-120 days
Buttercup
95-105 days
Butternut (*C. moschata*)
85-110 days
Carnival
85-95 days
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