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Plant Information

Burpee's Butterbush Squash

Common Name: Winter Squash, Butternut Squash
Spacing: 12 - 16" (30 - 41cm)
Height: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Width: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Butterbush is a space-saver in the garden, growing about 4 ft. (1.2 m) wide when planted in well-drained moist soil. 
Each of these delicious squash plants produces five butternut-shaped fruits. 
This winter squash keeps for months  – a versatile veggie AND an excellent source of vitamin A.

Idea & Tips: Squash plants should be kept free from weeds.
Water at least three times each week in the Summer.
Squash requires minimal care once the vines cover the ground.
Days to Harvest: 75
Fruit Size: 24 oz. (680 g)
Grower Information: Butterbush is a space-saver in the garden, growing about 4 ft. (1.2 m) wide when planted in well-drained, moist soil. Each of these delicious squash plants produces five butternut-shaped fruits. This Winter squash keeps for months and makes superb pie.

Other pictures of this variety

Squash Burpee's Butterbush Container