Botanical Interests® SEED PACKET: Squash, Winter Delicata (Honey Boat)

Indulge in a savory autumn treat with Botanical Interests® Seed Packet with Winter Delicata Squash (Honey Boat) enclosed!!  The rich, golden-orange squash has a delectably sweet, nutty flavor and is high in essential nutrients, like calcium, potassium, folate, and Vitamins A & C!  Whether baked or buttered, this versatile squash is the perfect reminder of summer sunshine during the winter months.  9'-12' vines

~1.0 g (~19 seeds)

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.

Days to Emerge: 5–10 days

Seed Depth: ½–1"

Seed Spacing: 2–3 seeds per mound

Row Spacing: 4'–6'

Thinning: When 3" leaves, thin to 1–2 per mound

Variety Info:

Days to Maturity: 90 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Type: Delicata Squash, Winter Squash (Learn more)

Native: United States and Northern Mexico

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: 9' to 12' vines

Variety Info: 6"–8" long, 3" diameter, and about ¾–1 pounds. Outer shell is ribbed, yellow-tan with green stripes and flecks; flesh is golden orange. Developed by Oregon State University vegetable breeder Jim Baggett in 1988, 'Honey Boat' is a staple of the Oregon Thanksgiving dinner.

Attributes: Frost Sensitive