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125 days. Cucurbita siceraria. Open Pollinated. Bule Gourd. The plant produces good yields of 6 to 8" long by 6" wide apple shaped gourds. The entire gourd is covered with bumps and warts. It is pronounced Boo Lay. This hardshell gourd is excellent for making crafts. Vines are 15 ft to 35 ft long. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 270456. An heirloom from France.
Lot No: 101974
Germination: 80%
Test Date: 05/2025
Seeds Per Pound: 4,000
Plant Height: 18 to 24" tall
Planting Season: Spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Direct Sow/Indoor Sow
Gourds grow 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 the last frost. Transplant outdoors in the garden when the soil is warm. In southern regions, you may plant seeds directly in a garden in the hills. Gourds have climbing vines and should be grown near a 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!
It requires fertile soil in a well-drained location in the garden. Apply grass clippings or straw around the base of the 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 Slow Release (6 Month) Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.
Cut gourds from vines about 1" above the fruit with garden scissors when they are mature.