Metro PMR – Butternut Squash Seed

Description

Marie Ballard Aster Metro PMR – Butternut Squash Seed is a premium, high-yielding squash variety that delivers exceptional quality and flavor. Developed for gardeners who appreciate early harvests and disease resistance, this butternut squash offers a rich, sweet taste with smooth texture that is perfect for roasting, soups, pies, and casseroles. The Metro PMR variety is a hybrid, combining the best traits of butternut squash with improved resistance to powdery mildew, ensuring a healthy, productive growing season.

Features & Specifications:

• Type: F1 Hybrid Butternut Squash Seed (Metro PMR variety)
• Maturity Time: 90-100 days from planting to harvest
• Plant Habit: Vining, producing large, well-shaped squash with a uniform golden-brown color
• Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically 8-10 inches in length and 3-4 inches in diameter, weighing 2-3 pounds per squash
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, nutty, and smooth flesh with a creamy texture, ideal for savory dishes or desserts
• Skin Color: Deep golden to tan with a smooth, slightly ribbed exterior
• Plant Height: Vining plant that spreads 4-6 feet, providing ample ground cover and space for fruit to grow
• Sun Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours per day) for maximum growth and excellent fruit production
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter; ideal pH level of 6.0-6.8
• Watering Needs: Regular watering to maintain moisture during the growing season, especially during fruit set and growth
• Pest Resistance: Moderate resistance to common squash pests like aphids, cucumber beetles, and squash bugs
• Disease Resistance: Exceptional resistance to powdery mildew and other common squash diseases, helping ensure a healthy harvest
• Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1-1.5 inches deep in well-prepared soil for strong root development
• Germination Rate: High germination rate, resulting in vigorous and healthy plants
• Harvesting: Harvest when the squash reaches full size and the skin hardens. The fruit should have a deep, golden color and a firm skin.
• Uses: Perfect for soups, stews, pies, roasting, mashing, and pureeing; versatile for both savory and sweet dishes
• Seed Spacing: Space seeds 18-24 inches apart within rows to allow ample space for plants to spread
• Seed Count: 15-20 seeds per packet, providing a solid yield for your garden
• Climate Adaptability: Thrives in temperate to warm climates, adaptable to various growing conditions, and resistant to early-season fungal infections
• Storage: Store harvested squash in a cool, dry place for up to 3-6 months, allowing for long-term storage
• Resilience: Adaptable to both garden beds and containers, ensuring robust growth even in less-than-ideal soil conditions
• Yield: High-yielding variety with an abundant harvest of premium, evenly-sized butternut squash
• Flavor Profile: Ideal for roasts, purees, and soups due to its rich, slightly sweet flavor and creamy texture

Marie Ballard Aster Metro PMR – Butternut Squash Seed is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for early-season production and high-quality fruits. With its disease resistance, exceptional flavor, and strong growth habit, this hybrid squash variety is perfect for both home gardens and market production. Whether you're growing for fresh eating or long-term storage, the Metro PMR delivers dependable results and a delicious harvest!