Bottle Gourd Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Bottle Gourd Seeds produce a fast growing annual climbing vine adapted to warm and tropical climates. It grows best in full sun with well drained fertile soil and consistent moderate moisture. The plant is commonly cultivated in garden beds, open fields, and trellis systems where stable warmth and adequate space are available. It performs reliably during warm growing seasons with proper support and regular care.

Features

• Vigorous climbing vine growth habit

• Adapted to warm and tropical climates

• Performs well in full sun conditions

• Suitable for trellis and open garden planting

• Prefers well drained fertile soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lagenaria siceraria

• Common Name (US): Bottle Gourd

• Seed Type / Variety: Standard species

• Growth Habit: Annual climbing vine

• USDA Zones: 9 to 12 grown as annual elsewhere

• Planting Season: Spring to early summer

• Growing Season: Summer

• Sowing Season:

  • Spring: March to May

  • Early Summer: June to July

• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days in warm moist well drained soil

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well drained fertile loamy soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering

• Mature Plant Size: Vine length 3 to 6 m

• Plant Spacing: 60 to 90 cm apart