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Luffa Gourd Plant

12.95
  • - Spacing: 6 feet
  • - Days to Harvest: 120
  • - Luffa Gourd makes great sponges when dried
  • - Each 3-Inch Pot contains 1 Luffa Gourd Plant
Plant Features

Luffa gourd plants are fast growing vines that require a long, warm season to produce. This heavy yielder puts out many gourds that will reach 2 feet in length. Left to dry on the vine, these gourds can be opened and peeled to reveal natural, biodegradable shower sponges.

Our Luffa Gourd Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Transplant anytime after the last spring frost

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5
  • - Well-drained, rich soil with plenty of organic matter

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water deeply and regularly, especially during fruit development
  • - Avoid wetting leaves to prevent fungal diseases

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply balanced fertilizer at planting
  • - Side-dress with nitrogen-rich fertilizer when vines begin to run

Pruning and Training:

  • - Prune vines to control growth if needed
  • - Train vines on trellises for vertical growth

Pollination:

  • - Requires insect pollination
  • - Plant flowers nearby to attract pollinators

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and powdery mildew
  • - Use organic insecticides or pick off pests by hand

Harvesting Indicators:

  • - Harvest when gourds are fully colored and stems begin to dry
  • - Leave a few inches of stem attached when cutting

Storage:

  • - Cure in a warm, dry place for several weeks
  • - Once cured, gourds can last for months or years

Companion Plants:

Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 8+ hours
Watering Needs When the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry
Soil Properties Well-drained
Growing Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Growing Support Netting, Trellis
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Garden Spacing 24-Inches if grown vertically, 6 feet otherwise
When to harvest When the stem is brown and the skin is hard
Production Time Multiply Pickings
Habit Vining
Foliage Color Green
Features Heat tolerant
Plant Used for Educational Value
Plant Type Open-Pollinated
Tolerates Clay soil, Sandy soil
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