Only for Organic – Hybrid Sponge Gourd Seeds 🌱🏡
Grow tender, delicious, and high-yielding Hybrid Sponge Gourd in your home garden with our premium-quality seeds. This fast-growing vine plant produces long, cylindrical gourds with a smooth, green skin and soft, spongy flesh, perfect for making curries, stir-fries, and soups. Sponge gourd is rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, making it a healthy addition to your diet.
How to Grow Hybrid Sponge Gourd:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ½ to 1 inch deep in fertile soil.
- Spacing: Maintain 2-3 feet between plants for proper growth.
- Ideal Temperature: 25°C - 32°C for best germination.
- Germination Time: 7-14 days.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soil (pH 6.0-7.5).
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially in hot weather.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Support System: Provide a trellis or bamboo sticks to help vines grow upward.
- Fertilization: Use organic compost or balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
- Pest Control: Protect from insects like aphids and fruit borers using neem oil or organic insecticides.
- Pruning: Trim excess leaves and weak vines to encourage better fruiting.
✔ Harvesting:
- Time to Harvest: 50-60 days after sowing.
- Harvesting Tip: Pick when gourds are 8-12 inches long and tender for the best flavor.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for extended freshness