McKenzie Squash Buttercup Seeds

Squash Buttercup is a traditional winter squash that produces dark green, round fruits with dense, sweet orange flesh and excellent storage qualities. This vigorous variety is great for fall harvests, soups, roasting, and baking.

Why you’ll love it:

• Sweet, dense orange flesh perfect for soups, roasting, and pies
• Excellent storage life for winter use
• Attractive dark green fruits with good yields
• Classic heirloom quality

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–10 days
• Days to Harvest: ~95–110 days
• Fruit Size: Medium to large, round

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Dense, sweet flesh; great storage

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds directly in warm, well-drained soil after all danger of frost. Space plants broadly and water consistently. Harvest fruits when rind is hard and colour deep. Store in a cool, dry place for winter eating, or roast, bake, or purée for soups and pies.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.