Only for Organic – Hybrid Bitter Gourd Seeds 🌿
Hybrid Bitter Gourd (Karela) is a fast-growing, high-yielding variety known for its dark green, uniform, and tender fruits with excellent texture and taste. This variety thrives in warm climates and is widely used in Indian cuisine for curries, stir-fries, and juices.
How to Grow Hybrid Bitter Gourd:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ½ - 1 inch deep in well-prepared soil.
- Spacing: Maintain 2-3 feet between plants for proper growth.
- Ideal Temperature: Germinates best at 20°C - 32°C.
- Germination Time: Seeds sprout within 7-14 days.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily).
- Soil Type: Prefers moist, fertile, and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Support: Use a trellis or fence to support climbing vines and enhance fruit quality.
- Fertilization: Apply organic compost or balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.
- Pruning: Remove unhealthy or damaged leaves to encourage better growth.
- Pest & Disease Control: Watch for aphids, fruit flies, and powdery mildew; use organic pesticides if needed.
✔ Harvesting:
- Time to Harvest: Ready in 50-60 days after sowing.
- Harvesting Tip: Pick when fruits are young, firm, and 4-6 inches long for the best taste.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate to maintain freshness.