Burgess Strain Buttercup Kabocha Squash
Cucurbita maxima
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Plant Details
| Variety | Burgess Strain Buttercup Kabocha Squash |
| Pronunciation | kyoo-KUHR-bee-tah MAX-eh-muh |
| Category | Edibles |
| Subcategory | Fruiting Vegetable |
| Type | Heirloom |
| Habit | Vining |
| Frost Tolerance | Very Tender: 38° |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun: 8-12 hrs |
| Height | 20–24 in |
| Width | 60–96 in |
| Spacing | 2 times the width |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Uses | Open pollinated; Organic seed; 2 plants per hill; 12-15 fruit per plant; 3-5 pounds per fruit |
Description
The classic buttercup. A northern New England favorite. Great culinary attributes for an organic, open-pollinated variety: creamy, deep orange flesh with rich, sweet flavor.
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