Butternut Squash from Provence is a traditional ancestral variety from the south of France. Here are some details about this open-pollinated winter squash:
Fruit size: The fruits weigh up to about 8 kg.
Mid-late maturity: It reaches full maturity later in the season.
Shape of the squash: Musquée de Provence has a round, flat pumpkin shape with deep veins.
Bark Color: The bark turns orange when ripe, then after picking the color changes to terracotta.
Tasty Flesh: The flesh is dark orange, very rich and sweet.
Long shelf life: You can enjoy these squashes for a long time.
Open Pollinated Seeds: The seeds are natural, untreated and non-GMO.
To cultivate it, here are some tips:
Sowing Indoors: Sow seeds 1 inch (2 cm) deep in cells or small pots filled with potting soil. Water well, label and cover with a clear plastic bag or lidded propagator. Place it on a warm windowsill.
Direct outdoor sowing: In early summer, place two seeds in a 2 inch (5 cm) deep hole at stations 3 feet (90 cm) apart. Cover with soil, water, then protect under a cover for more warmth.
