Sponge Gourd Dark Green Seeds - Grow Nutritious and Versatile Gourds in Your Garden

Cultivate nutritious and versatile vegetables with Dark Green Sponge Gourd seeds. These seeds grow into vigorous climbing plants producing tender, dark green gourds perfect for culinary use, stir-fries, soups, and traditional dishes. Ideal for gardeners seeking high-yield, easy-to-grow vegetables that thrive in warm climates.

Features:

• Variety: Dark Green Sponge Gourd
• Fruit characteristics: Tender, elongated, dark green gourds
• Growth habit: Climbing vine with large leaves
• Light requirements: Full sun for optimal growth
• Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
• Suitable for: Garden beds, trellises, backyard plots, and vertical gardening

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, high-quality seeds
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer (after last frost)
• Zones: USDA Zones 7–11
• Planting Depth: 1 inch (25 mm)
• Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between plants; 36–48 inches (90–120 cm) between rows
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 60–90 days from sowing
• Temperature: Thrives in warm climates, 70–85°F (21–29°C)
• Watering: Moderate, maintain consistently moist soil
• Support: Requires trellis, fence, or stakes for climbing growth
• Indoor/Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor planting; can start indoors for early growth

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds directly in garden beds or large containers after frost risk has passed.
• Plant 1 inch deep and provide trellis or support for climbing vines.
• Keep soil evenly moist until germination occurs.
• Thin seedlings to proper spacing to allow strong vine growth.
• Harvest gourds when tender and fully grown for fresh culinary use.