- High in essential vitamins and minerals
- No curing needed—eat it right after picking
- One of the sweetest squash available
- Good for storing
Undeniably sweet and tasty, Delicata Honeyboat may just be the sweetest squash available. Regardless of its status, it is quite a treat when baked and buttered, whether additional sugar is added or not—perfect as a side dish or dessert in the fall. Not only delicious, it is also true garden-to-table fare—simply pick and prepare—no curing is needed to achieve the best flavor or quality. High in vitamins A and C, as well as a good source of calcium, potassium and folate, this winter variety definitely deserves a place on every table. Good storage squash for a delicata type.