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Honeynut Squash Seeds - Compact Bush Plant, Sweet Rich Flavor, Perfect for Baking, Open Pollinated Variety
$10.99 CAD
Maturity

110 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Medium difficulty
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

3 - 10

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Compact & Colorful: Produces mini butternuts 12 cm long, changing from dark green, to tan, to burnt orange as they mature.
  • Cultivation Needs: Thrives in warm soil around 22°C (72°F); frost-sensitive, ideal for planting post-frost season.
  • Harvest & Storage: Achieve maturity with a rich burnt orange hue; excellent storage qualities, enhancing its sweetness over time.
  • Culinary Delight: Perfect size for halving and baking; rich, sweet flavor makes it a superb choice for soups and roasts.
  • Disease Resistance: Robust against common squash pests and diseases, ensuring a healthy yield from a bush-sized plant.

Our Honeynut Squash Seeds are a gardener's delight, offering a compact and vibrant addition to any space. This mini butternut variety is perfect for those with limited garden areas but a big taste for sweet and flavorful squash. As the plant matures, its fruits transition from dark green to a stunning burnt orange, signaling peak ripeness and flavor.

Ideal for baking or incorporating into hearty dishes, Honeynut Squash provides a rich, sweet taste that only improves with storage. Start your seeds indoors, transplant after the last frost, and enjoy the robust growth and disease resistance of this open-pollinated variety. Whether on a balcony or in a backyard, these seeds are your ticket to gourmet meals and vibrant, healthy plants.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 6
Average germination rate: 90%

Package sizes

  • 15 seeds — 13 plants — covers about 104–156 sq. ft.
  • 100 seeds — 90 plants — covers about 720–1,080 sq. ft.
  • 250 seeds — 225 plants — covers about 1,800–2,700 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Compact, semi-bush habit with short vines
  • Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
  • Spread: 90–150 cm (3–5 ft)
  • Spacing: 60–90 cm (24–36 in) between plants; 120–150 cm (4–5 ft) between rows
  • Each plant covers about 0.7–1.1 m² (8–12 sq. ft.) and typically yields 3–4 mini fruits (~12 cm/5 in long)

Choosing a packet size

  • A 15-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners, patio growers, or small raised beds seeking a few compact, productive plants.
  • The 100-seed packet suits larger family gardens, community plots, or succession planting for steady harvests.
  • The 250-seed packet is best for market growers, small farms, or extensive plantings aimed at consistent yields and storage.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Honeynut Squash seeds indoors in jiffy pots about 4 cm deep, maintaining a warm temperature of around 22°C (72°F). Start seeds 2-3 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, spacing plants about 1 meter apart in a sunny location.

Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over a week. Transplant to well-drained soil enriched with compost. Ensure consistent moisture to support growth.

Once established, water regularly and apply a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Harvest when the squash turns a rich burnt orange. Store in a cool, dry place to enhance sweetness. Enjoy in a variety of dishes, from soups to roasted sides.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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