Waltham Butternut Pumpkin Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 27 and March 30.
The Waltham Butternut Pumpkin is a beloved heirloom variety known for its creamy, sweet, and nutty flavor. This versatile squash features a smooth, pale beige skin and a rich, orange flesh that is ideal for soups, purees, pies, and roasting. The Waltham Butternut is renowned for its high yield, making it a favorite for gardeners. Its firm, dense flesh is easy to work with and holds its shape well when cooked, offering a creamy texture and delightful flavor in every dish. With its long shelf life, it can be enjoyed well into the winter months.
Features:
- Sweet, Nutty Flavor: The flesh has a sweet, rich taste with a hint of nuttiness, making it a perfect addition to both savory and sweet recipes.
- Smooth, Pale Skin: The pumpkin’s tan skin is smooth and easy to peel, revealing the bright orange flesh inside, ideal for cooking and baking.
- High Yielding: Waltham Butternut pumpkins produce abundant crops, making them a great choice for home gardeners looking to maximize their harvest.
- Versatile Use: The dense, flavorful flesh is great for soups, roasts, pies, and casseroles, or can be pureed for baby food or sauces.
- Long Shelf Life: This variety is known for its excellent storage capabilities, allowing you to enjoy its flavor for months after harvest.
Specifications:
- Plant Type: Annual (Vining variety)
- Plant Height: Vining, typically spreading 8-10 feet
- Fruit Size: Medium to large, with fruits weighing 3-5 lbs each
- Days to Maturity: 95-110 days
- Sowing Depth: 1-2 inches
- Row Spacing: 3-4 feet for optimal growth
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Needs: Regular watering, especially during fruit setting and development
- Ideal Temperature: 70-85 °F (21-29 °C)
The Waltham Butternut Pumpkin is a classic variety loved for its sweet flavor and ease of growing. Perfect for both seasoned gardeners and those new to growing pumpkins, it offers high yields, versatile culinary uses, and excellent storage potential, ensuring it can be enjoyed well beyond the harvest season.
Dhara Seeds
Waltham Butternut Pumpkin Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 27 and March 30.
The Waltham Butternut Pumpkin is a beloved heirloom variety known for its creamy, sweet, and nutty flavor. This versatile squash features a smooth, pale beige skin and a rich, orange flesh that is ideal for soups, purees, pies, and roasting. The Waltham Butternut is renowned for its high yield, making it a favorite for gardeners. Its firm, dense flesh is easy to work with and holds its shape well when cooked, offering a creamy texture and delightful flavor in every dish. With its long shelf life, it can be enjoyed well into the winter months.
Features:
- Sweet, Nutty Flavor: The flesh has a sweet, rich taste with a hint of nuttiness, making it a perfect addition to both savory and sweet recipes.
- Smooth, Pale Skin: The pumpkin’s tan skin is smooth and easy to peel, revealing the bright orange flesh inside, ideal for cooking and baking.
- High Yielding: Waltham Butternut pumpkins produce abundant crops, making them a great choice for home gardeners looking to maximize their harvest.
- Versatile Use: The dense, flavorful flesh is great for soups, roasts, pies, and casseroles, or can be pureed for baby food or sauces.
- Long Shelf Life: This variety is known for its excellent storage capabilities, allowing you to enjoy its flavor for months after harvest.
Specifications:
- Plant Type: Annual (Vining variety)
- Plant Height: Vining, typically spreading 8-10 feet
- Fruit Size: Medium to large, with fruits weighing 3-5 lbs each
- Days to Maturity: 95-110 days
- Sowing Depth: 1-2 inches
- Row Spacing: 3-4 feet for optimal growth
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Needs: Regular watering, especially during fruit setting and development
- Ideal Temperature: 70-85 °F (21-29 °C)
The Waltham Butternut Pumpkin is a classic variety loved for its sweet flavor and ease of growing. Perfect for both seasoned gardeners and those new to growing pumpkins, it offers high yields, versatile culinary uses, and excellent storage potential, ensuring it can be enjoyed well beyond the harvest season.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.