Unwins Butternut Squash Hunter F1 Seeds

Grow a reliable autumn favourite with Unwins Butternut Squash Hunter F1 Seeds. This excellent variety produces sweet, succulent butternut squash with a rich, vibrant orange flesh that’s perfect for roasting, soups, curries, and mash.

Hunter F1 has been bred specifically for UK climates, making it a strong choice for gardeners who want dependable results even in less predictable summers. The plants are compact and produce smaller fruits, making them easier to manage while still delivering plenty of flavour. Once harvested, the squashes store very well, so you can enjoy homegrown goodness long after the growing season ends.

Key Features

• F1 hybrid butternut squash variety

• Sweet and succulent with vibrant orange flesh

• Full of flavour

• Bred for UK climate for improved reliability

• Compact plants producing smaller fruits

• Stores very well after harvest

• Fantastic for autumn cooking

Growing Information

Sowing Time: Mar – May
Harvest Time: Sep – Oct
Sowing Depth: 2cm
Time to Germination: 1–2 weeks
Time to Flower: approx. 5 months

Technical Specifications

SKU: 30310632
Pack Quantity: 10 seeds
Colour: Yellow
Plant Height: 45cm
Plant Spacing: 90cm
Row Spacing: 90cm
Spread: 90cm
Sowing Depth: 2cm
Sow Time to Germination: 1–2 weeks
Sow Time to Flower: 5 months

Why choose Kean’s Claremorris

At Kean’s Claremorris, we stock trusted seed varieties that perform well in Irish and UK-style growing conditions. Whether you're planting squash for roasting, soups, or winter storage, you’ll find quality seeds and friendly advice to help you grow with confidence and enjoy a successful harvest.