{"product_id":"10s-calabash-gourd-seeds-bottle-gourd-organic-vegetable-seeds-easy-grow-vine-lagenaria-seeds-lagenaria-siceraria-new-55","title":"10s – Calabash Gourd Seeds – Bottle Gourd – Organic Vegetable Seeds – Easy Grow Vine – Lagenaria Seeds – Lagenaria Siceraria #New 5-5","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 - 25 SEEDS😊\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep-by-step guide on how to plant and germinate Calabash Gourd seeds (Lagenaria siceraria) successfully:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Pre-Germination Preparation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Soak the Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Calabash gourd seeds have a hard outer shell.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Soak them in warm water for 24 hours to soften the seed coat and speed up germination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Optionally, you can gently nick or file the edge of the seed before soaking (scarification).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Choose the Right Time\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Best sown in late spring to early summer when soil temperature is 70–85°F (21–29°C).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ They are frost-sensitive—only plant after the last frost date in your area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Germination\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Indoor Sowing (Recommended for early start)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Use biodegradable pots (like peat pots) since gourds dislike root disturbance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Fill with a light, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Plant seeds about 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Maintain warmth—75–85°F (24–29°C).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Germination takes 7–20 days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Direct Outdoor Sowing (After frost)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Sow 2–3 seeds per hole, about 1 inch deep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Space holes 3–4 feet (90–120 cm) apart in rows 6–8 feet (180–240 cm) apart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Thin to the strongest seedling once they sprout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Growing Conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Soil: Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–7.0).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Deep watering is best.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) or compost once plants are established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Support: Provide a strong trellis, fence, or arbor. Fruits are heavy and vines grow vigorously.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌱 Care \u0026amp; Harvest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Watch for pests like aphids and squash bugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Calabash gourds are usually harvested when fruits are still green and tender (for eating), or left to fully mature and dry on the vine (for crafts\/containers).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Mature gourds take 90–120 days to fully ripen and harden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✅ Quick Tips for Success\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Start indoors in cooler climates to extend the growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Don’t transplant roughly—gourds are sensitive to root disturbance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   ◾ Train vines early to climb supports for better air circulation and straighter fruits.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scofftradellc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46780129280172,"sku":"E3U2R4X","price":1.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0051\/2684\/files\/Output_203.jpg?v=1784279395","url":"https:\/\/scofftradellc.com\/products\/10s-calabash-gourd-seeds-bottle-gourd-organic-vegetable-seeds-easy-grow-vine-lagenaria-seeds-lagenaria-siceraria-new-55","provider":"Scofftradellc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}