Block Party Organic (F1) Butternut Squash Seed
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Cucurbita moschata
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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100 Days
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Disease Resistance Codes
Disease Resistance Codes
- PM
- Powdery Mildew
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PM
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Hybrid (F1)
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Product Features
Product Features
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Easy Choice
- Variety is easy-to-grow.
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Developed by Johnny's
- Seeds and tools that are bred or developed by Johnny's Selected Seeds.
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Organic Seeds, Plants, and Supplies
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Plants, or seeds harvested from plants, that have been grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, strictly adhering to the USDA's National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) organic gardening practices are designated as Organic.
Supplies that meet the USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) rules according to a third-party authority such as OMRI, WSDA, and/or a local authority such as MOFGA or NOFA.
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Block Party Organic (F1) Butternut Squash Seed
New! Our highest-yielding butternut.
We lovingly referred to Block Party as ‘Miracle' and ‘Saint Butternut' in our breeding nursery because it was just too good to be true. Both its yield and storage results were unbelievably high without compromising on flavor. We named it ‘Block Party' for its compact blocky shape—a great efficiency when packing CSA boxes. Its thick neck means less waste when preparing or processing and it has a good flesh to seed cavity ratio. A great advancement in our butternut assortment. Developed by Johnny's Breeding Team. Avg. 3 1/2–4 1/2 lb. USDA Certified Organic.Disease Resistance:
Specs:
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Cucurbita moschata
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
Close
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100 Days
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Disease Resistance Codes
Disease Resistance Codes
- PM
- Powdery Mildew
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PM
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
Close
Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Hybrid (F1)
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Product Features
Product Features
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Easy Choice
- Variety is easy-to-grow.
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Developed by Johnny's
- Seeds and tools that are bred or developed by Johnny's Selected Seeds.
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Organic Seeds, Plants, and Supplies
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Plants, or seeds harvested from plants, that have been grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, strictly adhering to the USDA's National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) organic gardening practices are designated as Organic.
Supplies that meet the USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) rules according to a third-party authority such as OMRI, WSDA, and/or a local authority such as MOFGA or NOFA.
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SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Cucurbita moschataCULTURE:
Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8 is best. Plastic mulch and fabric row covers (AG-19 grade) can aide plant establishment and exclude insect pests during the seedling stage. Row covers should be removed when plants begin to flower to allow for pollination. Poor fruit development may indicate insufficient pollination.TRANSPLANTING:
Sow 2-3 seeds per 2" container or plug flat about 3 weeks prior to transplanting. Thin to 1 plant/container or cell with scissors. Harden plants 4–7 days prior to transplanting. After danger of frost has passed, transplant out according to the spacing recommendations for each variety. Handle seedlings carefully; minimal root disturbance is best.DIRECT SEEDING:
Sow 2 seeds at the appropriate spacing interval for the variety's vine length, 1/2-1" deep. Thin to 1 plant per spacing interval after seedlings are established.PLANT SPACING:
Bush to short-vine habits generally require 6' between-row spacing, while long-vine habits require 12' between-row spacing. In-row spacing depends on fruit size as well as vine length and is generally: small fruit/bush or short vine type: 18-24"; medium fruit and vine length: 24-36"; large fruit or long vine length: 36-48". Butterscotch PMR will produce smaller, 1-lb, "single-serving-size" fruits when grown at 6 sq.ft. per plant.DISEASES:
Common cucurbit diseases include powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt, and Phytophthora. Avoid problems by ensuring adequate soil drainage, good air flow, insect pest control, and crop rotation. If necessary, check with your local Cooperative Extension Service agent for specific control options.INSECT PESTS:
Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and vine borers are all common pests for cucurbits. Protect young plants with floating row cover. Squash bug eggs found on the undersides of leaves may be crushed by hand. For vine borers, cut out of vines and hill soil over the wound. Keep field borders mowed and remove plant refuse in the fall; spring plow to bury pupae. C. moschata types are less susceptible to vine borers. Pyrethrin sprays may offer some control.HARVEST:
Fruits are typically ready about 50-55 days after fruit set, and should be harvested before any hard frosts. Cut fruits from vines and handle carefully. Sun cure by exposing fruits for 5-7 days or cure indoors by keeping squash at 80-85°F/27-29°C and 80-85% relative humidity (RH) with good air ventilation.STORAGE:
Store at 50-55°F/10-13°C, 50-75% RH and good ventilation. Repeated exposure to temperatures below 50°F/10°C may cause chilling damage. Different types of squash have different storage times and optimal eating periods. Refer to our Winter Squash Curing & Storage Chart for more detailed information.DAYS TO MATURITY:
From direct seeding; subtract about 14 days if transplanting.AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATES:
(At 2 seeds/ft., rows 6' apart.) 1 oz./155', 1 lb./2,500', 3 lb./acre.SEED SPECS:
See individual varieties.PACKET:
30 seeds.Johnny's is committed to your success, every step of the way.
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