Thompson & Morgan Butternut Squash Hunter 1 Seed Packet (10 Seeds), White

Butternut Squash Hunter is a half hardy vegetable that is easy to sow and grow. A British bred variety which is perfect for cooler climates. Has a bushy but open habit which allows improved ripening. Once established each plant will produce up to 5-6 squashes. Crops produced will have a small seed cavity and sweet flavour making them ideal for roasting, baking or mashing.Sow squash seed indoors from April to May for transplanting later on. Sow squash seeds on their sides in small 7.5cm (3") pots of seed compost at a depth of about 2cm (¾"). Place in a propagator or seal pots inside a plastic bag at a temperature of 20-25C (68-77F) until germination which takes 5-7 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Once germinated, grow squash on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and squash plants are large enough to be transplanted outdoors. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting squash outdoors in warm, well drained, humus rich soil in full sun,. Choose a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.Alternatively direct sow squash seeds outdoors from May once the soil has warmed at a depth of 2cm (¾") and a distance of 90cm (36") apart. Sow 2 seeds per hole and thin out the weakest seedling per station after germination.Product Specifications: Supplied as 1 x seed packet (containing 10 seeds per pack). Position: Full sun. Height: Up to 45cm (18in) when fully established. Spread: Up to 200cm (79 in) when fully established. Supplied as Butternut Squash Hunter – Half Hardy Annual (10 seeds per pack) . Delivered with growing and care instructionsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Perfect for kitchen gardens and allotments – grow your own butternut squash – British bred so perfect for summer climates Plant seeds from April – May - once established will produce high yields up to 5-6 squash per plant Easy to sow and grow, crops are quick to set and ripen can be ready to harvest in around 90 days 1 x Seed Packet (10 Seeds) Specifications: Model Number: 52363