Gourd Seeds – Brown Bushel

Grow large and impressive Brown Bushel Gourds with these premium heirloom seeds. This traditional gourd variety is known for producing big, round fruits that mature into sturdy shells, making them ideal for crafting, containers, décor, and artistic projects. These Non-GMO, Organic seeds provide high germination and develop into fast-growing vines that thrive in warm, sunny conditions.

Brown Bushel Gourd plants are vigorous and productive, yielding large, uniform gourds throughout the season. Whether you're crafting or simply enjoying their ornamental appeal, these gourds are a rewarding addition to any home garden.

Features

• Heirloom Variety: Classic Brown Bushel type with large, round fruits.

• Non-GMO & Organic: Grown naturally without synthetic chemicals.

• High Germination Rate: Ensures strong, uniform seedling growth.

• Excellent for Crafting: Ideal for making bowls, containers, and décor.

• Strong Vines: Cover trellises and supports efficiently.

• High Yield: Produces multiple large gourds per plant.

Specifications

• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, Organic

• Common Name (US): Gourd Seeds

• Variety: Brown Bushel Gourd

• Fruit Shape: Large, round to slightly oval

• Fruit Size: Typically large to extra-large

• Fruit Color: Green when fresh, drying to brown

• Growth Habit: Vining annual

• Vine Length: 10–15 feet or more

• Days to Germination: 7–14 days

• Germination Temperature: 70–90°F

• Days to Maturity: 100–130 days

• Sun Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Preference: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter

• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–10 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season:

  • Spring Sowing: April–June after frost danger has fully passed

• Indoor Sowing: Start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting

• Outdoor Sowing: Direct sow when soil warms above 70°F

• Spacing: 24–36 inches between plants; 4–6 feet between rows

• Support: Best grown on sturdy trellises or fences

• Harvest Period: Late summer through fall (August–October)