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Organic Small Mixed Gourd Seeds

Lagenaria siceraria

5.00 (1 reviews)
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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 skin of the gourd should feel extremely hard, too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Leaving the gourds on the vine until the stem and leaves of the gourd begin to wither and turn brown is also a good indication of ripeness. Cut off the gourd, leaving about 2" of stem. Wash it with a solution of soapy water, then let it cure in a dry place for several weeks in order to preserve it for decorative use. Underripe gourds work well for carving, but will start to rot several weeks after picking.

Seed Saving: After the gourds have completely dried so that the seeds inside rattle, remove the seed by cutting open the gourd or drilling a hole in the shell. Spread out the seeds 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: Lagenaria siceraria

Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 410

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 12 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Cream, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Brown

Organic Small Mixed Gourd Seeds 5.0
Review By William Bill

Organic Small Mixed Gourds Seeds Sprouting

Took about one week to sprout in germinating soil; the Wisconsin cucumbers took a few days longer. Used car as greenhouse a few days; just let windows down about two inches. Plants look very healthy.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~12 Seeds) $3.96 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~410 Seeds) $16.80 $14.49 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $40.00 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $150.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $675.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

Can't make up your mind on which gourd seeds to buy? Choose this colorful, eclectic mix of small decorative gourds! Growing this small gourd collection is an easy and economical way to brighten up your home this autumn.
The origin of gourds has been a subject of debate for decades. Archaelogical findings seem to show that Asia first domesticated the gourd for use as a container, though Africa and several island nations such as Polynesia and New Zealand also have an early history of using gourds as fishing floats, bottles, or musical instruments. Recent research shows that North America's gourds are nearly as old as those of Asia, which seems to suggest that early peoples who settled in the New World brought gourds with them.

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 skin of the gourd should feel extremely hard, too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Leaving the gourds on the vine until the stem and leaves of the gourd begin to wither and turn brown is also a good indication of ripeness. Cut off the gourd, leaving about 2" of stem. Wash it with a solution of soapy water, then let it cure in a dry place for several weeks in order to preserve it for decorative use. Underripe gourds work well for carving, but will start to rot several weeks after picking.

Seed Saving: After the gourds have completely dried so that the seeds inside rattle, remove the seed by cutting open the gourd or drilling a hole in the shell. Spread out the seeds 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: Lagenaria siceraria

Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 410

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 12 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Cream, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Brown

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 1 reviews
5.0

Review By William Bill

Organic Small Mixed Gourds Seeds Sprouting

Took about one week to sprout in germinating soil; the Wisconsin cucumbers took a few days longer. Used car as greenhouse a few days; just let windows down about two inches. Plants look very healthy.