Squash (including Butternut)
Edible
10cm pot
 
Butternut squash is a type of winter squash that grows on a vine. It has a sweet, nutty taste similar to that of a pumpkin.
 
Butternut squash is one of the most popular squashes to grow. The bulbous, pear-shaped fruits are ready to harvest in autumn and have dense, sweet orange flesh and thin skin. This makes them easy to prepare and a great choice for roasting and using in soups and risottos. Butternut squash is a great vegetable for health reasons too, being low in carbohydrates and a good source of vitamins.