Boston Marrow  a variety used extensively in canning is an early fall and winter group  Harvested at a length of 12 to 14 inches long to 10 to 11 inches thick, this squash has nearly globular shape , tapering very abruptly to the apex which is often flattened, and tapering , more  gradually toward the base.  The surface is ribbed, furrowed, dimpled, with an orange skin color, laced with an orange buff pattern making up a moderately soft shell, medium thick shell.  The flesh is orange yellow, thick with a moderately fine and moist texture of fair flavor.