Grown Burgess Buttercup Squash?

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Burgess Buttercup Squash — Squash

100-110days to harvest

7-14days to germinate

Z3–11USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Direct sow after last frost when soil is consistently 65°F. Can start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, reduce before harvest
Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with high organic matter
Soil pH: 6.0-6.8
Spacing: 6-8 feet
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Gray-green skin with dark green stripes, bright orange flesh
Size: 3-5 pounds, 6-8 inches across
Shape: Turban-shaped with button on blossom end
Flavour: Extremely sweet, creamy, and rich with nutty undertones

In the kitchen

Roasting, purees, pies, soups, side dishes, and anywhere sweet potato might be used

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, vine borers
Diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt
Resistance: Good general disease resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	—	—	June – July	October
4	—	—	June – July	October
5	—	—	May – June	September – October
6	—	—	May – June	September – November
7	—	—	April – June	September – October
8	—	—	April – May	August – October
9	—	—	March – April	July – September
10	—	—	February – April	July – August
11	—	—	January – March	June – July
12	—	—	January – March	June – July
13	—	—	January – March	June – July

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

NasturtiumsTrap crop for squash bugs and cucumber beetles, repels aphids

MarigoldsRepel cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and nematodes with their strong scent

RadishesDeter squash vine borers and cucumber beetles, mature before squash spreads

BeansFix nitrogen in soil to benefit heavy-feeding squash plants

CornProvides natural trellis support and creates beneficial microclimate

CatnipRepels squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and ants effectively

OreganoRepels cucumber beetles and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture

SunflowersAttract beneficial insects and provide natural windbreak protection

Avoid

PotatoesCompete for space and nutrients, both are heavy feeders requiring similar soil resources

FennelReleases allelopathic compounds that inhibit squash growth and development

Aromatic herbs (mint, sage)Strong oils can inhibit squash growth and compete aggressively for root space

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 26
Protein (g): 0.52
Fat (g): 0.2
Carbohydrate (g): 5.64
Sugars (g): 3.54
Vitamin C (mg): 4.5
Vitamin E (mg): 0
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.058
Folate (µg): 22
Calcium (mg): 9
Iron (mg): 0.17
Magnesium (mg): 10
Phosphorus (mg): 12
Potassium (mg): 205
Zinc (mg): 0.07

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the squash growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Burgess Buttercup Squash?

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