Autumn Frost Hybrid Squash

Autumn Frost Hybrid winter squash has a reputation for tasting better than butternut squash, while also having excellent storage quality and the look of a small frosty pumpkin. Its flavor improves in storage, which is good—this variety produces heavy yields. You’ll know Autumn Frost squash are ready to harvest when their tan skin takes on a frosty look.

Sun Exposure

• full sun

Soil pH

• 6.0 to 6.8

Hardiness Zones

• 2 to 9

Spacing

• 2 to 3 feet

Moisture

• at least 1 inch per week

Notes

• ribbed, round, fruit
• similar in taste to butternut squash
• 2 to 3 foot spread
• 100 to 105 days to maturity

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