Basket Gourd Lagenaria Siceraria Seeds
Basket Gourd Lagenaria Siceraria Seeds
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Experience the delectable flavor of Basket Gourd Lagenaria Siceraria Seeds by sowing in your garden. This unique variety of seeds can be grown in a variety of soils and climates, providing an easy and delicious addition to any garden. Enjoy the, mild taste and excellent nutritional value of these seeds.
Highlights:
- Use: Outdoor Plants
- Full-bloom Period: Summer
- Type: Landscape Plant
- Size: Large
- Variety: Gourd
- Quantity: 10 Seeds/pack
- Soil requirements: Basket gourd seeds prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 6.8. The soil should be rich in organic matter to support healthy growth.
- Sunlight needs: These seeds require full sun exposure, which means they need at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Watering requirements: Basket gourd plants need consistent moisture, especially during the growing season. Water the plants deeply once or twice a week, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
- Planting season: The best time to plant basket gourd seeds is in the spring after the last frost has passed. In warmer climates, they can also be planted in early summer.
- Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds about 1 inch deep and space them 24 to 36 inches apart to allow ample room for growth and vine spread.
- Germination time: Basket gourd seeds typically germinate within 7 to 14 days under optimal conditions.
- Maturity time: Basket gourds usually reach maturity within 90 to 120 days after planting.
- Harvesting time: The best time to harvest basket gourds is when the fruits are fully mature and the skin is hard. This is usually in the late summer to early fall.
- Harvesting tips: Use a sharp knife or pruning shears to cut the gourds from the vine, leaving a few inches of stem attached. Allow the gourds to cure in a warm, dry place for several weeks before using or storing them. Proper curing helps to harden the skin and prolongs the shelf life of the gourds.
