How do you grow butternut squash?

To cultivate butternut squash, select a sunny site with well-draining soil. Sow seeds after the last frost 1 inch deep, spaced 18-36 inches apart in rows 3-10 feet apart. Keep soil moist and apply mulch to retain moisture and control weeds. Fertilize with a high-phosphorus formula during the growing season. Butternut squash requires 70-100 days to harvest. Provide support for vines if space is limited. Harvest when the rind is hard and skin turns tan.

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