Waltham Butternut Squash is a superior selection of Cucurbita moschata type butternut with small to medium size. The fruit is very uniform for an open pollinated variety and has good fruit quality. Plants are vigorous and are widely adapted. Yield potential is average but very good for an open pollinated variety. Fruit weigh 600 – 1 500 g with a cylindrical shape and a bulbous blossom end. The rind is smooth with a tan colour when mature. The mature fruit has a good shelf life and internal quality.

Outstanding Qualities
Healthy productive plants
Good Quality
Healthy Flavour
Good yield, size and shelf life

Special varietal requirements
Waltham Butternut Squash is not suggested for cool season plantings as small fruit are produced