Burgess Buttercup Winter Squash Garden Start

Our Experience with Burgess Buttercup Winter Squash:

The Burgess Buttercup plants typically produce 3-6 fruit for us. They are a compact, easy-to-transport deep green winter squash that has a dense orange meat.

This winter squash plant comes in a four inch pot hardened off to outside conditions and ready to be planted into a larger pot or in the ground. If it is still early May, we recommend up-potting to a gallon container for a couple of weeks until the weather warms up.

Overview of Burgess Buttercup Winter Squash from the Internet:

The Burgess Buttercup Squash is a well-regarded heirloom winter squash, known for its distinctive squat, turban-like shape and a characteristic "button" on its blossom end. This variety features a dark green rind that encases a vibrant, deep-orange flesh. The flesh is celebrated for its remarkably sweet, rich, and nutty flavor, often compared to a blend of sweet potato and chestnut. Its texture is smooth, creamy, and notably free of strings, making it an excellent choice for a variety of culinary applications. Ideal for roasting, baking, and steaming, it excels as a puree for soups, pies, and side dishes.The Burgess Buttercup squash is a reliable heirloom winter squash, easily recognized by its dark green, turban-shaped fruit with a distinct gray "button" at the blossom end. This variety typically yields fruits weighing between three to five pounds. Inside, you will find a vibrant, deep orange flesh that is notably dense, fine-grained, and free of strings. Its flavor profile is consistently sweet and rich, making it an excellent choice for baking, roasting, and steaming. The Burgess Buttercup is also a good keeper, allowing for storage through the winter months, and its smooth texture makes it ideal for pies and soups.