Winter Squash - F1 Hunter

One of the first varieties of butternut squash developed for the UK climate. Matures after 105 days, producing 6-7 fruits, each weighing about 1Kg. Light tan colour with bright orange flesh and sweet taste.

Sowing Time: April to May.

Sowing Instructions: Sow seeds in 3in pots at 20-25C of a good free draining, damp seed compost, 1/2in deep. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which takes 10-15 days.

Growing Instructions: Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 12cm apart. Can also be sown direct outdoors once the soil has warmed. Sow 2 seeds every 120cm and later thin out to the strongest seedling.

After Care: Prefers well drained, moist, rich soil in full sun.

Information provided for guidance only, as cultural practices and climatic circumstances vary.