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Butternut Squash, Winter Squash 'Hunter'

Cucurbitamoschata

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Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
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Species
moschata (MOSS-kuh-ta)
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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
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Farmerdill
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2008 | neutral

As described by Osborne: "Prolific mini butternut is sure to please. Fruit are just the right size for one meal. Thick flesh is dark oran...Read More

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