Squash : Winter : Avalon F1 Hybrid
Vegetable
- Cropping: Harvest August onwards Cut and store before frosts.
- Ideal for: Children
Description
A superb variety of compact Butternut Squash. Early to ripen, and with a rich sweet orange flesh, Avalon is perfect for baking and roasting. The fruits will also store well, for up to 6 months.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | April to May. |
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Germinate in 7.5cm (3in) pots at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a layer of compost or vermiculite, 1cm (½in.) deep. Place in a propagator or seal container in a polythene bag until after germination which takes 5-10 days.
Can also be sown direct outdoors once the soil has warmed. Sow 2 seeds every 60cm (24in) and thin out to the best seedling.
Growing Instructions
Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 75cm (30in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
Prefers well drained, moist, rich soil in full sun. Also grows well in cooler climates.
Kitchen Notes
Boil lightly and serve with butter to retain that creamy, nutty flavour.
