Victory Seed Company Burgess Buttercup Winter Squash
Best heirloom squash for home cooks seeking rich and sweet flavors.
A highly productive, vining winter squash known for its exceptionally sweet, fine-grained flesh. This variety thrives in maritime climates and produces a heavy yield of turban-shaped fruit that store well when properly cured.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking a rich, gourmet alternative to standard squash
- Self-sufficient gardeners planning for a reliable winter food supply
- Small-scale growers maximizing productivity in limited garden spaces
Who should skip it
- Organic gardeners in regions with high pest pressure
- Busy growers who prefer low-maintenance, harvest-and-eat crops
- Urban gardeners working with very tight raised beds or containers
Performance breakdown
Yield Potential
Vigorous vines reliably produce twenty or more fruits per plant.
Culinary Versatility
Sweet, fine-grained flesh excels in both baking and savory cooking.
Storage Longevity
Cured fruit maintains quality well throughout the colder winter months.
Climate Adaptability
Specifically thrives in maritime regions with cooler, damp growing seasons.
Growth Vigor
Strong, sprawling vines require ample garden space to reach maturity.
Heirloom Integrity
Open-pollinated genetics ensure consistent traits for future seed saving.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
100 days
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Plant Type
Vine
Planting Depth
2.54 cm
Seed Count
20
Edible
Yes
Genetic Classification
Open Pollinated
Fruit Diameter
12.7-20.32 cm
Fruit Weight
1.36-2.27 kg
Mature Spread
180 inches
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