Description:

Buttercup Burgess Squash (Cucurbita maxima 'Buttercup Burgess'): Rich and Sweet Winter Squash

Cultivate the rich and sweet flavor of Buttercup Burgess Squash (Cucurbita maxima 'Buttercup Burgess') in your garden. Known for its distinct turban shape, dark green skin, and vibrant orange flesh, Buttercup Burgess is a popular choice for winter squashes. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of Buttercup Burgess Squash for a rewarding gardening experience and a harvest of delicious and versatile winter squash.

Key Features:

• Rich and Sweet Flavor: Buttercup Burgess Squash is prized for its rich and sweet flavor. The vibrant orange flesh adds depth and sweetness to a variety of dishes, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet recipes.
• Distinct Turban Shape: Recognized by its distinct turban shape, Buttercup Burgess Squash features dark green, heavily ridged skin and a unique, flattened top, making it a visually appealing addition to your garden.
• Versatile Culinary Uses: Buttercup Burgess Squash is versatile in the kitchen. It can be roasted, baked, steamed, or pureed, and its rich and sweet flavor complements both main dishes and desserts.
• Excellent Storage Qualities: Buttercup Burgess Squash is known for its excellent storage qualities. Properly cured and stored, it can be enjoyed throughout the winter months, providing a reliable and delicious source of nutrition.
• Mature Size: Mature Buttercup Burgess Squash can reach a size of 3 to 5 pounds, showcasing dark green, heavily ridged skin and vibrant orange, fine-textured flesh.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

Cultivate rich and sweet Buttercup Burgess Squash using optimal growing conditions:

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Buttercup Burgess Squash prefers soil with good drainage and a slightly acidic to neutral pH for optimal growth and development of flavorful squash.
• Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for Buttercup Burgess Squash. Provide a location with direct sunlight exposure to promote healthy vine growth and the development of rich and sweet winter squash.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist. Buttercup Burgess Squash benefits from regular and even watering to support its rapid growth and the formation of flavorful flesh.
• Spacing: Plant Buttercup Burgess Squash with recommended spacing to allow for proper vine development and air circulation. Adequate spacing ensures that each plant has room to produce a bountiful harvest of distinct turban-shaped squash.

Experience the joy of growing and savoring the rich and sweet Buttercup Burgess Squash in your garden. Order your seeds today and enjoy the delicious and versatile addition of Buttercup Burgess to your culinary repertoire.

Days to Germination:	9
Days to Maturity:	100
Planting Depth:	1 1/2"
Plant Spacing:	4-6'
Row Spacing:	6-8'

Approximate Seed Counts

Seeds per Oz.	Seeds per Lb.
200	3200

Current Seed Germination Data

Lot #	Germination Rate
Y3848	90%