Luffa Sponge Gourd Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In shorter growing seasons, start gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, soak the seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and full sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the shell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.
Harvesting: Late in the summer, the gourd will begin to lose its green color and turn brown or slightly yellow; at this stage, the skin will feel loose and easy to peel off, and the gourd will be extremely light. Cut off the gourd and remove the skin. The skin should come off easily, but if it is difficult to remove, slamming the gourd against a hard surface or soaking it in water may help. Wash the sponge in soapy water, then spray it with a stream of water to remove the sap still in the fibers. If dark spots still appear, soak the sponge in a bleach solution. Place the sponge in a warm, dry location to completely dry before storing or using it.
Seed Saving: After the luffa has been peeled, the black seeds will easily fall out. Spread them out to dry; when a seed will snap in two, it has dried sufficiently. If the seed only bends but will not break, further drying time is needed. Store the dry seeds in a cool, dry place for up to six years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Luffa cylindrica
Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 270
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green, Brown
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I planted 10 seeds in a little pot and keep indoors near the room heater and it took only 6 days for all the seedlings to emerge from medium surface Compare to other seeds I sow, your seeds are excellent
Seeds arrived fast
Thanks for the help in getting our seeds fast over the holidays. A last minute wedding addition was planned and the customer needed a certain seed in bulk so we could make custom seed packets for the bride and groom! Andre
Gourd seeds
Came very well packaged and the shipping was fast. Just waiting to see if they sprout right now.
Very satisfied
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In shorter growing seasons, start gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, soak the seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and full sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the shell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.
Harvesting: Late in the summer, the gourd will begin to lose its green color and turn brown or slightly yellow; at this stage, the skin will feel loose and easy to peel off, and the gourd will be extremely light. Cut off the gourd and remove the skin. The skin should come off easily, but if it is difficult to remove, slamming the gourd against a hard surface or soaking it in water may help. Wash the sponge in soapy water, then spray it with a stream of water to remove the sap still in the fibers. If dark spots still appear, soak the sponge in a bleach solution. Place the sponge in a warm, dry location to completely dry before storing or using it.
Seed Saving: After the luffa has been peeled, the black seeds will easily fall out. Spread them out to dry; when a seed will snap in two, it has dried sufficiently. If the seed only bends but will not break, further drying time is needed. Store the dry seeds in a cool, dry place for up to six years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Luffa cylindrica
Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 270
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green, Brown
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Reliable source for seeds purchase
I planted 10 seeds in a little pot and keep indoors near the room heater and it took only 6 days for all the seedlings to emerge from medium surface Compare to other seeds I sow, your seeds are excellent
Review
Seeds arrived fast
Thanks for the help in getting our seeds fast over the holidays. A last minute wedding addition was planned and the customer needed a certain seed in bulk so we could make custom seed packets for the bride and groom! Andre
Review
Gourd seeds
Came very well packaged and the shipping was fast. Just waiting to see if they sprout right now.
Review
Very satisfied
The availability of unusual product is great. The response and shipping time is excellent.