Thompson & Morgan Squash Winter Butternut Hunter F1 Seeds

Dive into autumn with these Thompson & Morgan Squash Winter Butternut Hunter F1 Seeds. The butternut squash from the Kew Vegetable Seed Collection is designed specifically for the British climate. Created in collaboration with Kew Gardens, this variety has garnered a reputation for reliability and has received esteemed recognition from the RHS. It flourishes even in cooler, shorter summers, providing gardeners with a dependable and fruitful yield. Plants begin producing within 15 weeks of sowing, yielding 6 to 7 pear-shaped fruits per plant, each weighing approximately 800g to 1kg. The fruits feature pale-tan skin and sweet, vibrant orange flesh, making them ideal for a variety of dishes. This compact cultivar reaches a height of 45cm and spreads to 200cm, making it perfect for small gardens. After harvesting, the fruits store exceptionally well, allowing for prolonged enjoyment of home-grown produce. To ensure successful growth, plant in a sunny location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, protect from frost, keep the soil consistently moist without overwatering, and apply a balanced fertiliser every 3 to 4 weeks during the growing season while avoiding excessively dry conditions.