About Buttercup, Burgess
95 days. Turban-shaped squash has thin, hard dark green skin, but the interior is deep orange, fiberless, and sweet. Introduced in 1932 by Burgess Seed & Plant Co. of Bloomington, Illinois, and still a widespread favorite. Each vine will produce four to five fruits that are 3–5 pounds each. Stores for several months. Vines up to 6’.
About Squash, Winter
Vining fall vegetables that are best after a touch of frost. Will climb by tendrils.
Pot Size & Price
seed packets
$3.00
Height
6'
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Catalog
V239
Plant Traits
Cold Sensitive
Culinary
Organic