Orange Honeynut Seeds grow a delicious, compact winter squash variety known for its rich color, smooth texture, and naturally sweet flavor. These non-GMO seeds are perfect for gardeners looking to grow a smaller, more flavorful alternative to traditional butternut squash.

The plants produce uniform, sweet-tasting honeynut squash ideal for roasting, baking, and seasonal cooking. Orange honeynut plants thrive in warm weather, offering dependable yields and vigorous growth in home gardens, raised beds, and larger containers.

Features

• Premium non-GMO orange honeynut seeds
• Compact plants perfect for small gardens
• Produces sweet, flavorful winter squash
• High germination and vigorous growth
• Reliable yields with warm-season planting
• Ideal for garden beds, raised beds, and containers

Specifications

• Common Name: Orange Honeynut Squash
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual
• Seed Type: Non-GMO
• Heirloom: Varies by supplier
• Organic: Not specified
• Growth Habit: Compact, vining plant
• Season: Spring through early fall
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, steady moisture
• Soil Temperature for Germination: 70–95°F
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 inches
• Row Spacing: 3–6 feet
• Days to Maturity: 90–110 days
• Fruit Type: Small, sweet orange honeynut squash
• Special Characteristics: Naturally sweet flavor, strong disease resistance, excellent storage quality

Planting Guide

• When to Plant:
• Sow outdoors after all frost danger has passed
• For early starts, sow indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting
• How to Plant:
• Plant seeds 1 inch deep
• Maintain warm soil for best germination
• Sunlight:
• Full sun promotes vigorous vines and sweeter squash
• Watering:
• Keep soil evenly moist; avoid wetting foliage
• Maintenance:
• Mulch helps retain moisture and reduce soil temperature
• Allow vines room to spread or train along supports
• Harvesting:
• Harvest when skins turn deep orange and stems begin to dry
• Cure squash in a warm, dry area for enhanced sweetness