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95 days. Cucurbita maxima. (F1) Autumn Cup Squash. This semi-bush plant produces high yields of 3 lb dark green buttercup squash. It is a popular winter squash variety with a smaller bottom-end scar than other varieties, such as Burgess Buttercup, resulting in more edible flesh and better storage potential. The deep orange flesh is extremely sweet. Great for roasting, baking, soups, purées, or as a sweet potato substitute. It is a great storage variety. This high-quality variety was developed by Dr. Brent Loy of the University of New Hampshire. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety originating from the USA.
Lot No: 103096
Germination: 85%
Seeds Per Pound: 3,000
Plant Height: 24” tall
Planting Season: Spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Indoor Sow/Direct Sow
Winter Squash need warm weather to grow. It is best to plant seeds directly in the garden. Plant your seeds after the soil has warmed up. Thin so there are 4 plants per hill. Eight to 10 plants will provide more than enough for a large family. You can trellis squash to save space. Plants grow 2 ft tall, and vines spread up to 10 ft.
Requires fertile, slightly acid soil in a well-drained location in the garden. Apply mulch, grass clippings, or straw around the base of the plant. Add well-composted manure.
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water well during dry and hot spells.
Use Slow Release (6 Month) Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Apply Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer every two weeks.
Protect ripening winter squash from damp ground by placing them on boards. Cut winter squash carefully from the plants to prevent damaging the vines.