{"product_id":"10s-bitter-melon-seeds-vegetable-seeds-vine-seeds-bitter-gourd-balsam-pear-momordica-blooms-in-summer-to-early-fall-new-58","title":"10s - Bitter Melon Seeds - Vegetable Seeds - Vine Seeds - Bitter Gourd - Balsam Pear - Momordica - Blooms in Summer to Early Fall #New 5-8","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-02\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n        \u003cp data-product-details-description-text-content=\"\" class=\"wt-text-body-01 wt-break-word\"\u003e\n            😊 1 FULL PACK - 10 SEEDS😊\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep-by-step guide to planting and germinating Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) seeds, tailored for home gardeners:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 1: Prepare the Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Scarify the seeds: Bitter melon seeds have a hard coat. Use a nail file or gently clip one end with nail clippers to thin the coat (don’t damage the inner seed).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Soak: Place seeds in warm water (about 100–105°F \/ 38–40°C) for 24 hours. This softens the coat and speeds up germination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 2: Choose the Planting Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Use a well-draining seed starting mix or sandy loam soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Ideal pH: 5.5 – 6.7.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Mix compost or organic matter for better fertility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 3: Planting the Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Plant 1–2 seeds per hole about ½–1 inch (1.2–2.5 cm) deep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Space holes 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart if planting directly in the ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ If starting in trays\/pots, transplant when seedlings have 2–3 true leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 4: Germination Conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Temperature: 75–85°F (24–30°C) is best. Seeds won’t sprout well if cooler.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Light: Seeds don’t need light to sprout, but keep the soil warm and moist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Cover with plastic wrap or a humidity dome until sprouting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Time: Seeds germinate in 7–14 days, though some may take up to 3 weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 5: Care After Germination\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Sunlight: Seedlings need 6–8 hours of direct sun (or strong grow lights).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Watering: Water deeply but let the top soil dry slightly between waterings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Fertilizer: Once seedlings are 2–3 weeks old, feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer (10-10-10 or compost tea).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Support: Bitter melon is a vine—provide a trellis or support early on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Step 6: Transplanting (if starting indoors)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Harden seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 5–7 days before planting in the garden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Space plants 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) apart in rows 4–6 ft (1.2–1.8 m) apart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✅ Tips for Success:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Warmth is the key—many growers use a seed heating mat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Don’t overwater; soggy soil causes seeds to rot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Mulching around plants helps keep soil moist and suppress weeds.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scofftradellc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46780117188780,"sku":"B9CW1QR","price":1.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0051\/2684\/files\/Output_123.jpg?v=1784279294","url":"https:\/\/scofftradellc.com\/products\/10s-bitter-melon-seeds-vegetable-seeds-vine-seeds-bitter-gourd-balsam-pear-momordica-blooms-in-summer-to-early-fall-new-58","provider":"Scofftradellc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}