Metro Butternut Squash

Scientific Name: Cucurbita moschata 'Metro'

Also Known As

Cucurbita moschata 'Metro PMR'
Metro Squash

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

1-12

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Metro Butternut Squash plant details

Metro Butternut Squash is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Metro Butternut Squash

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: culinary, disease-resistant, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Metro Butternut Squash

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Powdery mildew is the bane of growing squash, particularly in foggy areas like on the coast of California. Most varieties may even die before the squashes are properly ripened. Enter ‘Metro’ which is particularly resistant to the disease and it comes recommended by Pam Pierce (author of Golden Gate Gardening). ‘Metro’ is a compact Butternut Squash producing 4-5 squashes per plant, each squash weighing 2-3 lbs. They are produced on vines so leave plenty of space to spread, or trellis them with extra support provided for the fruit. Plant in well composted soil and water well in the early stages, but start cutting back on water in August or September to decrease the water levels in the squash for better flavor. Harvest when the shell is hard and the top stem is around 2” long.