Winter squash 'Bitterroot Buttercup'

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bitterroot Buttercup is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 6.1 and 7.5 as Bitterroot Buttercup is a weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil loving plant.

Look to ensure a distance 2.28 feet (70.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 1.17 inches (3.0 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 21°C / 70°F to ensure good germination.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Bitterroot Buttercup is a tender plant.