Luffa Seeds - Long

Long luffa seeds produce vigorous, warm-season vining plants grown as annuals. Plants develop extended climbing vines that require trellising, fencing, or other vertical support to grow properly and maintain good airflow. Long luffa types perform best in warm climates with a long growing season and full sun exposure. They are suitable for garden beds and open planting areas where ample space is available. Plants adapt well to fertile, well-drained soil and benefit from consistent watering throughout the growing period.

Features

• Vigorous vining growth habit

• Warm-season annual plant

• Requires trellising or vertical support

• Suitable for garden beds and open planting areas

• Performs best in warm and temperate climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Luffa aegyptiaca / Luffa cylindrica

• Common Name (US): Luffa

• Seed Type / Variety: Long

• Growth Habit: Vining annual

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season: Late spring after last frost

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: April to May

  • Outdoors: May to June

• Germination Time And Conditions: 7 to 14 days; soil temperature 70 to 85 F

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter

• Watering Needs: Regular watering; consistent moisture without waterlogging

• Mature Plant Size: Vines 15 to 30 feet long

• Plant Spacing: 12 to 24 inches apart with trellis support