Nutterbutter Butternut Squash: Early-Maturing, Nutty-Sweet Delight
Discover the Nutterbutter Butternut Squash, a remarkable variety that lives up to its name with its delightfully nutty and sweet flavor. This early-maturing squash reaches harvest readiness in just 90 days, making it an excellent choice for regions that typically struggle to ripen butternuts. Developed through careful breeding, Nutterbutter offers uniform fruits that consistently deliver on taste and quality.
Nutterbutter Butternut Squash stands out for its versatility in the kitchen and garden alike. The personal-sized fruits, weighing between 2.5-3.5 lbs, are perfect for small households or single servings. Their rich, sweet flesh is ideal for roasting, pureeing into soups, or using in baked goods. Gardeners will appreciate the vining habit of this variety, which allows for efficient use of garden space through vertical growing techniques.
In the garden, Nutterbutter exhibits a vining growth habit that can extend up to 12-15 inches in height. Plant seeds or seedlings 36 inches apart to give each plant ample room to spread and produce. This variety shows some tolerance to powdery mildew, enhancing its reliability in various growing conditions. Expect a bountiful harvest of uniform, bell-shaped fruits that store well, providing a steady supply of nutritious squash throughout the season.
Growing Success Tips:
- Start seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last frost for an early harvest.
- Ensure soil temperature is at least 60-65°F (15-18°C) for direct sowing.
- Provide full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
- Harvest when the skin turns a deep tan color and is hard to the touch.
Nutterbutter Butternut Squash offers an exceptional combination of early maturity, consistent quality, and delicious flavor. It’s an ideal choice for gardeners looking to maximize their squash harvest in shorter growing seasons or challenging climates. For optimal growth, consider using a trellis to support the vines and save garden space.
Product Features
- Maturation Time: 90 days
- Fruit Weight: 2.5-3.5 lbs
- Plant Spacing: 36 inches
- Growth Habit: Vining, 12-15 inches tall
- Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
- Soil Temperature: Minimum 60-65°F (15-18°C)
- Watering: Consistent moisture
- Disease Resistance: Some tolerance to powdery mildew
Key Benefits
- Early-maturing variety suitable for shorter growing seasons
- Uniform, personal-sized fruits ideal for small households
- Consistently nutty and sweet flavor
- Good storage capability for extended enjoyment
