{"title":"Squash - Winter","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"honey-boat-delicata","title":"Honey Boat Delicata Squash","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHoney Boat Delicata squash is a beautiful heirloom winter squash variety producing elongated, cylindrical fruits typically 6-8 inches long and 3-4 inches wide, with thin, edible creamy-yellow to ivory skin striped in bold dark green (sometimes with orange tinges when fully mature) and a distinctive boat-like shape. The flesh is bright orange-yellow, dense yet tender when cooked, with a naturally sweet, nutty, honey-like flavor reminiscent of sweet potato or butternut but milder and more delicate—often described as one of the sweetest and most dessert-like winter squashes without added sugar. It's fantastic roasted (halved or sliced) to caramelize the natural sugars, stuffed and baked with grains, cheese, or sausage fillings, pureed into soups or pies, cubed for curries and stews, or even thinly sliced raw for salads to add color and subtle sweetness. This variety is a strong performer for Utah because it's early-maturing for a winter squash (fitting our shorter high-elevation season with transplants), stores exceptionally well (up to 3-6 months in cool, dry conditions common here), handles dry summers with good drainage, and is frequently praised by local extensions like USU as a reliable, flavorful option for home gardens in northern Utah when given full sun and consistent early-season care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44849189552237,"sku":"hnydel-squa-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44849189519469,"sku":"hnydel-squa-02","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/HoneyBoatDelicata.jpg?v=1773704957"},{"product_id":"spaghetti-squash","title":"Spaghetti Squash","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpaghetti squash is a unique winter squash variety that produces oval to oblong fruits typically 8-10 inches long and 4-6 inches wide, weighing 3-5 pounds, with smooth, pale yellow to ivory skin that hardens to a firm rind when mature and golden-yellow flesh inside. When cooked, the flesh separates into long, spaghetti-like strands that are tender-crisp with a mild, slightly sweet, nutty flavor—less intense than other squashes, making it an excellent low-carb pasta substitute with a neutral taste that absorbs sauces well. It's fantastic baked or roasted (halved and seeded) to create the signature strands, then tossed with marinara, pesto, butter and herbs, or olive oil and garlic for a simple \"spaghetti\" dish; it also works well in casseroles, stuffed with meat or veggies and baked, or added to soups and stir-fries for texture. This variety is a solid choice for Utah because it's relatively early-maturing for a winter squash, allowing reliable harvest before fall frosts in our shorter high-elevation season when using transplants, it stores very well (3-6 months in cool, dry conditions common here), and it thrives in hot, dry summers with full sun and well-drained soil—making it a productive, versatile option for home gardeners seeking both nutrition and novelty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44849191714925,"sku":"spag-squa-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44849191682157,"sku":"spag-squa-02","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/SpaghettiSquash.jpg?v=1773705059"},{"product_id":"waltham-butternut","title":"Waltham Butternut Squash","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWaltham Butternut squash is a classic heirloom winter squash variety that produces pear-shaped fruits typically 8-10 inches long and 4-6 inches wide at the bulb end, weighing 3-6 pounds (often 4-5 pounds average), with smooth, tan to light beige skin that hardens to a firm rind when mature and deep orange flesh inside. The flesh is dense, creamy, and very sweet with a rich, nutty flavor—often considered one of the best-tasting butternuts, with a smooth texture that becomes velvety when cooked and a natural sweetness that needs little added seasoning. It's fantastic roasted (halved or cubed) to caramelize the sugars, pureed into soups, pies, or sauces, stuffed and baked with grains, cheese, or meat fillings, cubed for curries and stews, or used in place of pumpkin in baked goods for a milder, sweeter result. This variety is a reliable choice for Utah because it's relatively early-maturing for a winter squash, allowing dependable harvest before fall frosts in our shorter high-elevation season when using transplants, it stores exceptionally well (4-6 months or more in cool, dry conditions common here), and it performs consistently in hot, dry summers with full sun and well-drained soil—making it a productive, flavorful option for home gardeners seeking both yield and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44849199251565,"sku":"wabut-squa-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44849199218797,"sku":"wabut-squa-02","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/WalthamButternut.jpg?v=1773705158"}],"url":"https:\/\/saltcitygardens.com\/collections\/squash-winter.oembed","provider":"Salt City Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}