90 DAYS
Cucurbita moschata
Frisco Butternut Squash features a thicker, longer neck than other butternuts, making it exceptionally easy to peel. The bright orange flesh is sweet and delightful. Producing large 5 to 6 lb fruits on productive vines, it offers excellent winter storage, making it a valuable addition to your vegetable garden.
Size: Mature fruits weigh 5 to 6 lb with a height of approximately 3 to 4 ft.
Yield: High yield of high-quality fruits over the growing season.
Taste: Sweet and nutty with rich, orange flesh that is ideal for cooking.
How to use: Perfect for roasting, soups, and risottos, bringing warmth and flavour to your winter meals.
Planting tips: Sow seeds outdoors once soil has warmed to at least 21°C, spacing them 3 ft apart in well-drained, fertile soil. Full sun is ideal for optimal growth.
Harvest tips: Ready for harvest when the skin is hard and the colour is deep orange, typically in late summer to fall.
