Burgess Buttercup squash seeds
The Burgess buttercup squash is a popular heirloom variety that is known for its interesting shape and superior flavor. We grow these each year, and we call them kabocha with belly buttons. Others describe it this way as well. The Burgess buttercup squash resembles a miniature kabocha, but it has a pronounced green bump underneath.
This variety was discovered and introduced around 1932. This variety differs from the kabocha in that it is slightly less sweet, and the flesh is more tender and almost creamy as far as mouthfeel. These trellis extremely well and you can expect about 3-5 fruits per vine. Certified organic by MOFGA.
Seed count: 10
Botanic name:
C.maxima
Plant spacing:
18-24 inches apart in rows that are 36-48 apart. If planting in mounds, space 48-72 inches apart.
Color:
Jade green with light green striations
Sowing depth:
1 inch
Sun requirements:
Full Sun
Utilization:
Stuffed, baked, roasted, sauteed, dehydrated, fried.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
85-100 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes, only if you have a container at least 40 inches accross.
Vine Habit:
