Description
Burgess Buttercup Organic Squash Seeds 4180.
Certified Organic 1930s Heirloom Winter Squash Yielding Reliable Crops of Sweet, Fibreless Orange Flesh.
Burgess Buttercup Organic Winter Squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a classic open-pollinated heirloom variety introduced in the early 1930s, now available as certified organic seed. Celebrated for its dependable high yields and outstanding eating quality, it produces manageable, heavy-skinned fruits averaging 1.7 kg. The dark buff-green skin features subtle grey striping and a distinctive, protruding “cup” button at the blossom end. Inside, the thick, brilliant orange flesh is exceptionally sweet, dry, and fibreless—making it a premier choice for roasting, baking, mashing, and winter soups, as well as extended long-term storage.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 4180
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima ‘Burgess Buttercup Organic’
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Type: Certified Organic Open-Pollinated Heirloom Winter Squash
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Fruit Weight: Approx. 1.7 kg
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Plant Spacing: Space hills 2 m apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Soil Preference: Deep, rich, organic, well-draining soil (pH 5.5–6.5)
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Germination: 7–10 days in warm soil
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Seed Depth: 2.5 cm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 20 seeds per packet (10–12 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Squash are heat-loving crops that thrive in full sun with organic-rich soil and careful transplanting to protect sensitive roots.
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Direct Sowing (Recommended): Direct sow seeds outdoors from late May to mid-June once soil temperatures have warmed thoroughly. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep in hills spaced 2 m apart, placing 4 to 6 seeds per hill. Thin to the 3 strongest seedlings per hill after emergence.
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Indoor Starting: In shorter-season regions, start seeds indoors 3 weeks before outdoor planting. Sow directly into paper, fibre, or peat pots to prevent root disturbance during transplanting.
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Soil Preparation & Care: Work generous amounts of rich compost or organic matter into garden beds prior to planting. Maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest mature squash late in the season before the first hard autumn frost when the rinds turn dark and hard. Cut from the vine leaving a short stem section attached. Cured fruits store exceptionally well in a cool, dark location for long-term winter eating.
Why Burgess Buttercup Organic Squash Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you are seeking a certified organic, time-tested heirloom winter squash that reliably produces rich, sweet, fibreless flesh for winter storage, Burgess Buttercup Organic is an ideal choice. Its manageable fruit size, distinctive shape, and outstanding culinary qualities make it a staple for Canadian home gardens and organic growers alike.
