{"product_id":"butternut-squash-seeds","title":"Butternut Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eButternut is the beloved winter squash (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) with a long tan neck, small seed cavity, and sweet, nutty, deep orange flesh. These squash seeds grow 2–5 lb fruits that store for months and are prized for roasting, soups, and purees. Its dense, smooth texture and reliable sweetness make butternut the most popular winter squash for home kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor cooks who want a versatile, long-storing squash and gardeners looking for a productive, easy-to-grow winter crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect-sow after the last frost when soil reaches 70°F, or start indoors 2–3 weeks early. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and space plants 24–36 inches apart in rows 6–8 feet apart. Full sun and rich, well-drained soil support the long-season vines. Grows as an annual in USDA zones 3–10.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady about 100–110 days from sowing. Harvest when the skin is fully tan and hard; cure in a warm spot for 1–2 weeks to deepen sweetness and improve storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent roasted, in soups, risottos, and purees. Cured fruit keeps 3–6 months in a cool, dry place, giving you homegrown squash well into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012858405071,"sku":"ORIVBS_09_28","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Butternut-Squash-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266945212.png?v=1783463336","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/butternut-squash-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}