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Pumpkins, Squash & Gourds
catherinet11

How cold can butternut squash get?

catherinet
9 years ago

I wasn't going to pick my Waltham Butternut squash until the vines dried up, but for a few nights coming up, it may get close to 33-34 degrees F. Should I pick them now? Some of the leaves are dried, but some aren't.
thanks.

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