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125 days. Lagenaria siceraria. Open Pollinated. Birdhouse Gourd. The plant produces good yields of 12" long gourds with a narrow neck and a hard shell. Perfect for making birdhouses and crafts. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers.United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 117728.
Lot No: E7011
Germination: 85%
Test Date: 01/2023
Seeds Per Pound: 2,250
Plant Height: 18 to 24" tall
Planting Season: Spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Direct Sow/Indoor Sow
Gourds grows well in hot and humid regions, but can be grown in northern regions if seeds are started indoors. Plant your seeds indoors in large plastic containers several weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors in garden when soil is warm. In southern regions you may plant seeds directly in garden in hills. Gourds have climbing vines and should be grown near fence or trellis to keep them off the ground. Plants will produce better if supported off the ground. Some types of gourds need to develop on the ground to retain their unique shapes. Add humus after seeds have sprouted to prevent soil from drying out. Plants grow 2 ft tall and vines spread up to 10 ft.
Warning: Do not plant in cold wet soil or you may experience poor germination!
Requires fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.
The soil should be continuously moist, but not waterlogged. Water well during dry and hot spells. Make sure plants get ½" water per week.
Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.
Cut gourds from vines about 1" above the fruit with garden scissors when they are mature.