Gourd Seeds – Long Collins
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Long Collins Gourd is a fast-growing, high-yield variety known for its elongated shape and tender texture. Ideal for warm-season cultivation, it thrives in sunny locations and well-drained soil. Perfect for home gardens, this variety produces abundant fruit with consistent quality.
Features and Specifications:
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Plant Type: Climbing vegetable plant
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Variety: Long Collins
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Growth Habit: Vigorous vine with climbing tendrils
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Maturity: 75–90 days from sowing
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Growing Season: Warm-season crop; best grown late spring through summer
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
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Sowing Months:
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Zones 9–11: March–June
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Zones 7–8: May–July
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Zones 5–6: June–July
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil with moderate moisture
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Watering: Regular, consistent moisture for optimal growth
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Spacing: 36–48 inches between plants
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Uses: Culinary preparation, fresh cooking, steaming, or stir-frying