{"title":"MELON SEEDS","description":"\u003cspan\u003eA melon is any of various plants of the family Cucurbitaceae with sweet edible, fleshy fruit. The word \"melon\" can refer to either the plant or specifically to the fruit. Botanically, a melon is a kind of berry, specifically a \"pepo\".There is more to the melon family than cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon! Sweet-tasting and fragrant, Asian melons are treat for the taste buds, the nose and the eyes. The colors of the juicy flesh range from a salmon-orange to a pale yellow or white. Sweet, but not too sweet, these melons are a refreshing accompaniment to chicken or fish, and they are lovely cut up or balled into a fresh fruit salad. The \"icebox-sized\" watermelon has always been a favorite .\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"watermelon-seeds-ancient-red-1","title":"Watermelon seeds - Ancient- Red","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Ancient-Red Watermelon seeds are non-GMO heirloom seeds. The fruit features a green rind and juicy red flesh, known for its exceptional flavor and sweetness. This variety is highly favored on our farm for its beauty and easy cultivation, with fruits weighing up to 20 lbs.\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003eFrom the desert Southwest, where seeds were found inside an old clay pot. Not just a novelty, this watermelon has great texture and excellent flavor \u0026amp; sweetness. Performs very well on our farm, fruits average 20-25 pounds. Unique red colored seeds. 85 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003eGermination: In cool climates, watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1\/4\" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions. Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing:\u003c\/b\u003e Start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost or sow seeds directly after frost. Set out 3-4 transplants per hill, selecting the strongest two when vines are 1'-2' long. Watermelons are large vining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e plants that can take over an extensive garden space. They can be trellised, but use slings to support the developing fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Harvest melons when the tendril closest to the stem turns dry and brown and the stem becomes brittle. Eat fresh, freeze flesh in a honey-based syrup, or pickle the rind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e Watermelon is low in calories and is very nutritious. It is high in lycopene, second only to tomatoes!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSoil Temperature: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e75-95F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003ePlanting Depth: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eGermination: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e3-9 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eHeight At Maturity: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e18\"-24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eDays To Maturity: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e80-97 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSun\/Shade: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSpacing After Thinning: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e4'-6'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28267975697,"sku":"P15287S","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28267975569,"sku":"P15288S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28267975633,"sku":"P15289S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395801575610.jpg?v=1759500379"},{"product_id":"jamaican-dry-cerasee-leaves-tea-herb-bitter-melon-momordica-charantia","title":"Jamaican DRY Cerasee leaves, TEA HERB, BITTER MELON  Momordica charantia","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"erated\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Jamaican Cerasee Herb , Wild Crafted Organic , \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/search?q=BITTER+MELON\" title=\"MELON\"\u003eBitter Melon \u003c\/a\u003edetox herbal tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"erated-plugin\" class=\"erated\"\u003eCerasee (Momordica charantia) is a global bitter herb with blood and body purification properties, originating in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-is-it\" class=\"chartbeat-section\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is cerasee tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerassee tea is a type of bush tea — a tea made from local plants. It’s typically made by boiling fresh leaves and stems of a wild variety of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMomordica charantia \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ewhich is known as cerasee in Jamaica. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitter melon's leaves and fruit are commonly used in Jamaican cuisine and have shown medicinal benefits, often recommended by older generations for various ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#002cfd\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe number one medicinal benefits for the cure of abdominal pains. A small bundle of the leaves with vines and some ginger, boiled to make a tea with a little sugar or honey added is very effective. Some people like it better without any sweetener, which is in fact the best way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA tea made from the leaves and vines is used to treat parasitic worms, liver problems, as a tonic, and as a blood and body cleanser. This herb has detoxifying properties and is used as a wash out to purge the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe leaves crushed and rubbed (to get the juice extracted) in a bath with water is used to bathe in to treat skin ailments such as rashes, atopic dermatitis (eczema), sores, and naturally to give your skin a cleaner more refined look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery effective in relieving constipation, fevers and colds in children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tea decreases menstrual cramps can also treat urinary tract infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen consumed as a tea by pregnant women, this herb is said to purify the baby's skin giving it a very beautiful look after birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCerasee contains nutrients like iron, vitamins A and C, phosphorous and alkaloids, thus its effectiveness in treating many ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can also purchase this medicinal herb in supermarkets. It is dried and sold in plastic wraps or sold as tea bags. This bitter herb can also be steamed like a vegetable if it is too difficult for you to consume it as a tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1\/4 oz","offer_id":31729335664723,"sku":"P15589S","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":31729335697491,"sku":"P15590S","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31729335730259,"sku":"P15591S","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":31729335763027,"sku":"P15592S","price":39.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395447189690.jpg?v=1759500600"},{"product_id":"watermelon-seed-triple-crown-red-seedless-1","title":"Watermelon seed - Triple Crown, RED  (Seedless)","description":"\u003cp\u003e Fabulous yields from this quick-grower!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese 18- to 20-pound melons are SWEET and juicy, with firm flesh that gives you real melon pizzazz with every bite!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80 days from direct-sowing. One of our best-tasting red seedless varieties is also one of the highest-yielding we've ever grown! This is the Triple Crown prize: delicious seedless melons and plenty of 'em.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 18- to 20-pound fruits have striped rinds, a convenient oval shape, and the firmest, most succulent flesh you will ever encounter in a watermelon -- it doesn't fall to bits when being cut for watermelon balls, yet it's juicy and tender-sweet, too!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince this is a seedless variety, we've included pollinator seed in every packet. But if you don't want to plant the whole packet, if you plant Triple Crown near any seeded watermelon variety, the honey bees will cross-pollinate it for you! And if you've never grown seedless watermelon before, know that in addition to your seedless melons, you'll get a few with seeds, and a few that are smaller and paler than the rest (but just as delicious). That's the answer to the question everyone asks: \"How do you get seeds from a seedless watermelon?\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow the seeds direct when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Sow the seeds in raised hills or rows 3 inches high. Thin to 3 plants per hill 3 feet apart, or 1 plant per foot in rows. For earlier fruit, seeds may be started indoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268087185,"sku":"P6424S","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268087249,"sku":"P6425S","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28268087313,"sku":"P6426S","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/watermelon-seed-triple-crown-red-seedless-4738249.jpg?v=1759505586"},{"product_id":"bushel-basket-gourd-seeds-lagenaria-siceraria-open-pollinated","title":"Bushel Basket Gourd Seeds ( Lagenaria siceraria.) 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In warmer climates, they can also be directly seeded into the field once the soil reaches a temperature of 72°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit  up to 100 lbs., Make large baskets and decorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOpen Pollinated, Warm Season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per Ounce:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDirect Sow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushel Gourd Info: Lagenaria siceraria. Annual. 120-130 days. 100 seeds per oz.12-18\" height. 5-6' spacing. Produces pale green, round gourds that reach up to 100 lbs with a diameter of 3-5'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Soak seeds in warm water overnight before seeding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature\u003cbr\u003eThe origin of gourds has been a subject of debate for decades. Archaelogical findings seem to show that Asia first domesticated the gourd for use as a container, though Africa and several island nations such as Polynesia and New Zealand also have an early history of using gourds as fishing floats, bottles, or musical instruments. Recent research shows that North America's gourds are nearly as old as those of Asia, which seems to suggest that early peoples who settled in the New World brought gourds with them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBushel Gourd Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e In shorter growing seasons, start gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, \u003cbr\u003esoak the seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and full sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1\" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing Bushel Gourd Seeds: \u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the shell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Bushel Gourd:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLate in the summer, the stem and leaves of the gourd will wither and turn brown; cut off the gourd, leaving about 2\" of stem. Wash it with a solution of white vinegar water to deter mold. Place them in a warm, dry location on a screen so that every side of the gourd has good air circulation. If the gourd begins to rot and shrivel up, throw it away; surface mold is normal. Large gourds may take up to six months to dry - when completely dry, they will be extremely lightweight and the seeds will rattle inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #165d12;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving Bushel Gourd Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the gourds have completely dried so that the seeds inside rattle, remove the seed by cutting open the gourd or drilling a hole in the shell. Spread out the seeds to dry; when a seed will snap in two, it has dried sufficiently. If the seed only bends but will not break, further drying time is needed. Store the dry seeds in a cool, dry place for up to six years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #41a85f;\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268088017,"sku":"P6434S","price":2.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 oz","offer_id":28268088081,"sku":"P6435S","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":31285716779091,"sku":"P28368S","price":14.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":31285717008467,"sku":"P28369S","price":49.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395168497850.jpg?v=1759500653"},{"product_id":"watermelon-seeds-mix-red-orange-yellow-flesh-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Watermelon seeds - Mix ~ Red, Orange,Yellow Flesh,Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds !","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"flashContent\" place=\"up\" version=\"1.0\" date=\"2016-02-08 08:50:36\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End of OneHourTranslation --\u003e\u003c!--ASW--\u003e\u003c!--version 1.0--\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e\n    \n    \n  \n\n  \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c!--ASW--\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.auctiva.com\/?how=scLnk0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/ti2.auctiva.com\/web\/auctivablue88x33.gif\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePresent your best items with Auctiva's FREE Scrolling Gallery.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Start of Webstore --\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"flashContent\" place=\"up\" version=\"1.0\" date=\"2016-02-06 16:45:43\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End of Webstore --\u003e\u003c!--Start ShareYourItems Code --\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"flashContent\" place=\"up\" version=\"1.0\" date=\"2016-02-06 16:40:04\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--End ShareYourItems Code --\u003e\n      \n      \n      \n      \u003cdiv id=\"erated-plugin\" class=\"erated\" style=\"height: 240px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eMIX WATERMELON Red, Yellow, Oraner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: 'Graphik Web', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 25px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e80-100 days - If you like variety, this is a nice way to sample something different. Reds, yellows, and Orange – a delicious mix for those hot summer days. All crisp and juicy!! 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Plant in hills of 2-3 plants per hill at 60”-72” apart, and 1“ below soil surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label3 column_title\" style=\"padding-bottom: 13px; margin-bottom: 5px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label3 column_title\" style=\"padding-bottom: 13px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- start of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\u003c!-- end of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n    \n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268099153,"sku":"P6478S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 Seeds","offer_id":28268099217,"sku":"P6479S","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28268099281,"sku":"P6480S","price":13.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395801706682.jpg?v=1759500699"},{"product_id":"blister-gourd-seeds-apple-shape-lagenaria-siceraria-heirloom","title":"BLISTER GOURD SEEDS","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Lagenaria siceraria) Heirloom, Live up Autumn displays with this light green colored gourd exploding with blisters. 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Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs soon as the vines begin to develop, apply a thick layer of mulch to control weeds and protect the melons from soil contact. Keep the soil moist until the fruit begins to grow, then water only if the soil dries out completely. Sugar Baby watermelons can tolerate some drought. 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Sow seeds outdoors in 12\" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"25 seeds","offer_id":28268205329,"sku":"P15929S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28268205393,"sku":"P15930S","price":7.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 seeds","offer_id":28268205457,"sku":"P15931S","price":13.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz","offer_id":34798480721,"sku":"P15932S","price":27.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":34798557777,"sku":"P15933S","price":57.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":34798586961,"sku":"P15934S","price":189.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395497554106.jpg?v=1759500871"},{"product_id":"missouri-heirloom-watermelon-seeds-yellow-flesh-non-gmo","title":"Missouri Heirloom Watermelon seeds -Yellow Flesh~Non-GMO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWATERMELON Yellow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+\/- 220 per Seds ounce\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeirloom from the “Show Me” state. Abundant yields of long pale green fruits that weight 15-20 lbs. Bright golden yellow flesh, very sweet flavor. Tolerates drought well. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Yellow, Shape: Elongated, Specialty: Drought Tolerant, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable Duration: Annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable Days to Maturity: 80\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable Height: 6” to 12”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetable Spacing: 5' to 6'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerm. 80% plus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268389329,"sku":"P16026S","price":2.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268389393,"sku":"P16027S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28268389457,"sku":"P16028S","price":6.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395502764218.jpg?v=1759500954"},{"product_id":"ancient-watermelon-seeds-vine","title":"Ancient Watermelon seeds, VINE","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"top-section\" class=\"landscape clearfix\" style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-stretch: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure id=\"main-article-photo\" class=\"article-image\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; border-image-source: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-width: initial; border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; float: none; text-align: center; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-color: #000000; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"article-image-credits\" style=\"margin: -3px 0px 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; border-image-source: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-width: initial; border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-color: white; background-size: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"photo-cap\" style=\"text-align: left; margin: 0px; padding: 10px; border-width: 1px 0px 0px; border-top-style: solid; border-top-color: #ffffff; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.5; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003eWatermelon seeds -Red Flesh -- non-GMO Heirloom Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"photo-cap\" style=\"text-align: left; margin: 0px; padding: 10px; border-width: 1px 0px 0px; border-top-style: solid; border-top-color: #ffffff; font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.5; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e+\/- 350 Seeds per ounce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003eThis melon has a green rind and succulent red flesh that is of excellent flavor, and sweetness. This variety is beautiful and a favorite on our farm, easy to grow and produces fruit up to 20 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003eFrom the desert Southwest, where seeds were found inside an old clay pot. Not just a novelty, this watermelon has great texture and excellent flavor \u0026amp; sweetness. Performs very well on our farm, fruits average 20-25 pounds. Unique red colored seeds. 85 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\" graphik=\"\" web=\"\" arial=\"\" helvetica=\"\" sans-serif=\"\" font-size:=\"\" line-height:=\"\"\u003eGermination: In cool climates, watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1\/4\" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions. Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing:\u003c\/b\u003e Start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost or sow seeds directly after frost. Set out 3-4 transplants per hill, selecting the strongest two when vines are 1'-2' long. Watermelons are large vining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e plants that can take over an extensive garden space. They can be trellised, but use slings to support the developing fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Harvest melons when the tendril closest to the stem turns dry and brown and the stem becomes brittle. Eat fresh, freeze flesh in a honey-based syrup, or pickle the rind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #4d4d4d; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; line-height: 20px; text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e Watermelon is low in calories and is very nutritious. It is high in lycopene, second only to tomatoes!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSoil Temperature: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e75-95F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003ePlanting Depth: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eGermination: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e3-9 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eHeight At Maturity: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e18\"-24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eDays To Maturity: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e80-97 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSun\/Shade: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003eSpacing After Thinning: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e4'-6'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c!-- start of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\u003c!-- end of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\u003c!-- Begin: Sellathon V3.0 --\u003e \u003c!-- End: Sellathon --\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268420881,"sku":"P16282S","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268420753,"sku":"P16283S","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28268420817,"sku":"P16284S","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":30275578691667,"sku":"P16285S","price":14.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":30275579543635,"sku":"P16286S","price":39.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395084972218.jpg?v=1759501161"},{"product_id":"bottle-gourd-seeds-calabash-extra-long","title":"Bottle Gourd Seeds - Calabash , Extra Long","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis variety of calabash gourd, known as Lagenaria siceraria, has a maturity period of approximately 100 days. As an heirloom, annual, and non-GMO plant, it produces long, bat-shaped gourds that are edible and delicious when harvested young. Once fully grown, the gourds can also be used as containers or for fun crafts. The plant grows on a long vine and is best supported by a trellis, although it can also be grown on the ground if enough space is available.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLageneria siceraria) Parrot green, bottle-shaped fruit, from 1-2 ft. Extra long. Excellent taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting season: Late spring to early summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsian vegetable names...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina: peou gwa, po gua, poo gua, , dudhi, hu gau, hu lu gua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" color=\"#202020\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#00429a\" size=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAsian vegetable names...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina: peou gwa, po gua, poo gua, , dudhi, hu gau, hu lu gua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndia: lauki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan: kampyo, yugao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilippines: upo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThailand: buap khaus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVietnam: bau\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#b76b21\" size=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMORE DETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calabash, Lagenaria siceraria (synonym Lagenaria vulgaris Ser.), also known as opo squash, bottle gourd or long melon is a vine grown for its fruit, which can either be harvested young and used as a vegetable, or harvested mature, dried, and used as a bottle, utensil, or pipe. The fresh fruit has a light green smooth skin and a white flesh. Rounder varieties are called calabash gourds. They come in a variety of shapes, they can be huge and rounded, or small and bottle shaped, or slim and serpentine, more than a metre long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown more in the Chinese regions and Indian subcontinents, bottle gourd has many names in local dialects such as hulu, calabash, lauki, laau, dhudhi, hyotan, hisago etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe calabash was one of the first cultivated plants in the world, grown not primarily for food, but for use as a water container. The bottle gourd may have been carried from Africa to Asia, Europe and the Americas in the course of human migration, or by seeds floating across the oceans inside the gourd. It has been proven to be in New World prior to the arrival of Columbus. It shares its common name with that of the calabash tree (Crescentia cujete).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle gourd has been archaeologically known to be used since 11,000 to 13,000 years and has served as a popular vegetable in the Asian regions for a long time. The recent researches that have revealed its medicinal properties such as digestion improvement and weight loss are resulting into worldwide popularity of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Guardian-EgypTT-Text, Georgia, serif\" size=\"5\" color=\"#2e6b31\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#666666\" face=\"Guardian-EgypTT-Text, Georgia, serif\" size=\"4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Guardian-EgypTT-Text, Georgia, serif\" size=\"4\" color=\"#202020\"\u003eNeeds a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 5-10' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest or leave to sprawl on the ground. May need hand pollinating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268539985,"sku":"P16373S","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268540049,"sku":"P16374S","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz pack","offer_id":44678622445754,"sku":"P35040S","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB Seeds","offer_id":44678622478522,"sku":"P35040S","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB Pack","offer_id":44678622511290,"sku":"P35040S","price":359.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395310350522.jpg?v=1759501242"},{"product_id":"calabash-long-edible-bottle-gourd-asian-vegetable-seed","title":"Calabash Long\" Edible bottle gourd ,Asian vegetable seed","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"erated-plugin\" class=\"erated\" style=\"height: 240px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis calabash gourd variety produces a long bat-shaped gourd that is most tender when picked 14-24\" long.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The light green skinned fruits have white flesh and are sweet and entirely edible when harvested at this immature stage. The gourd can be left to fully mature and the skin will harden. The vine is very vigorous and has white flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm season annual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: Approx. 100 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting season: Late spring\/early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Needs a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4\" tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. On each mound plant 3 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. 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May need hand pollinating.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c!-- start of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\u003c!-- end of attachfeedback.com --\u003e\u003c!-- Begin: Sellathon V3.0 --\u003e \u003c!-- End: Sellathon --\u003e\u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28268600017,"sku":"P16475S","price":6.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268600081,"sku":"P16476S","price":13.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz Seeds","offer_id":28932816465,"sku":"P16477S","price":39.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395171119290.jpg?v=1759501323"},{"product_id":"gourd-seeds-tinda-squash","title":"Gourd Seeds - Tinda squash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTinda squash melon gourd is a warm-season, annual, heirloom variety with a maturity period of 58-60 days after transplanting. Originally from India, Praecitrullus fistulosus 'Tinda' is a non-GMO, Asian vegetable that offers a unique flavor and textureThe Tinda squash, a round and light green fruit, weighs only 3-4 ounces at harvest and bears a resemblance to a granny smith apple. With a long and warm growing season, this plant yields versatile gourds, making it a must-have in any gardener’s collection.\u003cspan\u003e~ 350 seeds \/ oz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndian squash, apple gourd, Indian round gourd, round melon, tindsi, dhemasem, dilpasand, meha, and Indian baby pumpkin.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e: Use this versatile gourd to bulk up a variety of recipes and add fiber plus other nutrients along the way. Young leaves and shoot tips are edible and usually cooked as greens. Peel and dice up the gourd to add it to stews, curries, soups, stir-fries, and with stuffings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sow seeds after the last frost in a sunny location in warm areas. For improved germination, sprout seeds indoors by soaking in water overnight and lightly clipping the tops. Germinate them indoors between 75-85°F. Keep the soil moist and fertilize as needed. Optionally, sow indoors using moist potting mix or germinate on a wet paper towel. Low soil temperatures may result in low or no germination. If sown indoors, after two true leaves appear, move to a well-lit area and begin to harden off the seedlings gradually. Hill or mound planting can increase drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Tinda Gourd\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hairy 4-foot-long vines flower within 30 to 35 days, and the smooth fruit is ready for picking 2 to 3 weeks later. 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Considerably larger than Western cucumbers, young melons can be eaten raw or added to a salad as you would a cucumber. More typically, they can be baked stuffed with beef, pork, chicken or vegetables. Pickling melons also make a tasty vegetable in their own right alongside seafood or in a stir-fry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"foreignNamesTitle\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#002cfd\"\u003eAsian names for this vegetable...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eChina:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etsit kwa, uet kwa, bai gua, cai gua, yue gue\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eJapan:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoshiro uri\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/www.kitazawaseed.com\/graphics\/plant_images\/240x240\/047pickling-melon-green-stripe.jpg\" data-mce-src=\"http:\/\/www.kitazawaseed.com\/graphics\/plant_images\/240x240\/047pickling-melon-green-stripe.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"varietyPageImageCaption\"\u003eGreen Striped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003eThe rich, green and white striped fruits resemble large cucumbers and mature to 18\" long. The flesh is white, very thick and has been used for kazu-zuke or nara-zuke—a pickling recipe over a\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"4\"\u003e thousand years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" color=\"#408641\"\u003eGrowing Info:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"4\"\u003eNeeds warm climate to thrive. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring\/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"4\"\u003e tall. Space mounds 3-5' apart. On each mound plant 2-3 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Trained to climb a vertical support for better air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"label3 column_title\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"4\"\u003e circulation and ease of harvest or leave to sprawl on the ground. Vines can grow up to 10' long. For best flavor, harvest before skin turns white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 seeds","offer_id":28268844753,"sku":"P16826S","price":4.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28268844817,"sku":"P16827S","price":5.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 seeds","offer_id":28268844881,"sku":"P16828S","price":10.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395564073146.jpg?v=1759501585"},{"product_id":"slipper-gourd-seeds-caigua","title":"Slipper Gourd Seeds - Caigua","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaigua, or Stuffing Cucumber, is a nutritious and versatile vegetable with crunch, grown in the Andes Mountains. Its fruits can be eaten raw, sautéed, stuffed, or pickled. This climber also attracts pollinators with delicate leaves and pale flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"7513776176315926882\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyclanthera pedata, also called caigua or achocha, is a vine from South America with edible fruits used in traditional cuisine and known for its medicinal benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaigua is a rare annual vine with fruit that turns hollow when ripe and can be used in various dishes. The leaves, shoots, and seeds are also edible. Originated as a lost crop of the Inca peoples, the fruit has a sweet pepper flavor and is popular in Peru. Enjoy raw in salads, stir fries, or stuffed with various fillings and baked. It can also be juiced or used as a vegetable side dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific name: Cyclanthera pedata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRank: Species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher classification: Cyclanthera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm season annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: Approx. 50-60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting season: Spring\/summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis beautiful climbing vine has bright green toothed, palmate leaves and long twining tendrils.\u003cbr\u003eThis plant is very easy from seed and will suit a position in sun or shade.\u003cbr\u003eIt will cover fences, sheds and allotment eyesores with ease.\u003cbr\u003eIts growth rate is astounding in a tropical climate where it is capable of growing 40 feet in a season, but is obviously less vigorous in our northern temperate climate.\u003cbr\u003eFrom late July through to September it produces tiny cream colored flowers followed by curious edible, smooth gherkin like fruit with a hooked end.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"5 Seeds","offer_id":28442488593,"sku":"P17218S","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":28442488657,"sku":"P17219S","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395816222906.jpg?v=1759501857"},{"product_id":"bitter-melon-seeds-jamaican-cerasee-karela","title":"Bitter Melon Seeds - Jamaican Cerasee, karela","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis variety of Bitter Melon Seeds, known as Jamaican Cerasee, is a type of Asian gourd that produces warty, green, and tapered fruits. These fruits typically grow to be 8 to 10 inches long and 3 inches in diameter, and are found on cucumber-like vines. As an annual plant, it has a growth cycle of 80 days and is non-GMO, heirloom, and open pollinated. Additional names for this plant include Balsam Pear and Foo Gwa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJamaican cerasee seeds are highly nutritious and used in health remedies. They are a versatile vegetable rich in potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C with dark green leaves and yellow flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety of names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bitter Melon, Balsam Pear, Bitter Gourd, Karela, Chinese Bitter Melon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround the World : \u003c\/strong\u003eCerasee (bitter melon) has been used in various Asian and African traditional medicine systems for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerasee is a versatile, bitter vegetable that is used in many cuisines, including Filipino and Chinese dishes. It can be eaten boiled or sauteed, or enjoyed as a refreshing drink or tea. The young shoots and leaves can also be consumed as greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"1819772784649579223\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Jamaica\u003c\/strong\u003e, cerasee is used as a traditional herbal tea with potential health benefits including blood pressure regulation, blood sugar control, digestion improvement, pain relief, detoxifying, and skin cleansing.\u003cspan data-huuid=\"1819772784649578222\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Trinidad and Tobago, \u003c\/strong\u003eJamaican Cerasee (bitter Melon) are typically prepared by sautéing them with onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper until they become nearly crispy, while in Jamaica they are commonly consumed in liquid form for medicinal purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCerasee,(bitter melon) a key ingredient in Okinawan and Japanese cuisine,\u003c\/strong\u003e is also gaining popularity in the Philippines. Studies show it may contribute to higher life expectancies in Okinawa, and it can be prepared in various dishes such as stir-fries with ground beef and oyster sauce, or with eggs and diced tomato. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Indian cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e, bitter melon seeds are used in various dishes such as sabji, thoran\/thuvaran, theeyal, and pachadi. They are often paired with potatoes and yogurt to balance out the bitterness, or stuffed with spices and cooked in oil. Other popular recipes for Cerasee include curry, deep fried with peanuts, and pachi pulusu soup. In Tamil Nadu, it is also used in the special Brahmins' dish 'pagarkai pitla' and the popular 'kattu' curry stuffed with onions, lentils, and coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Pakistan and Bangladesh, \u003c\/strong\u003eit is often cooked with onions and red chili powder. turmeric powder, salt, coriander powder, and a pinch of cumin seeds. Another dish in Pakistan calls for whole, unpeeled Cerasee to be boiled, and then stuffed with cooked ground beef, served with either hot tandoori bread, naan, chappati, or with khichri (a mixture of lentils and rice). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA tea made of the vine is used for diabetes, hypertension, worms, dysentery, malaria and as a general tonic and blood purifier. It is also very effective to relieve constipation and colds and fevers in children.\u003cbr\u003eWomen in Latin American use the leaf for menstrual problems to promote discharge after childbirth.\u003cbr\u003eThe tea is taken for 9 days after giving birth to clean out and tone up all the organs involved in the delivery. Cerasee is also used as a natural method of birth control, by taking two cups each day after intercourse, for three days. It is said that women who drink Cerasee daily will not conceive during that time. As a wash, the tea is used externally for sores, rashes, skin ulcers and all skin problems. A Cerasee bath is good for arthritis, rheumatism, gout and other similar ailments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToday folks in the Caribbean still use cerasee as a blood cleanser;\u003c\/strong\u003e bush bath for beautiful skin; and for diabetes, cancer and other infectious diseases. We also use it for all types of stomach complaints including griping or pain in the stomach, amoebas and intestinal parasites and as a laxative. Research confirms these benefits by documenting the anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties within cerasee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Turkey\u003c\/strong\u003e it has been used as a folk remedy for a variety of ailments, particularly stomach complaints. The fruit is broken up and soaked in either olive oil or honey.The plant contains several biologically active compounds, chiefly momordicin I and II, and cucurbitacin B.\u003cbr\u003eThe plants contains also several bioactive glycosides (including momordin, charantin, charantosides, goyaglycosides, momordicosides) and other terpenoid compounds (including momordicin-28, momordicinin, momordicilin, momordenol, and momordol). It also contains cytotoxic (ribosome-inactivating) proteins such as momorcharin and momordin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiabetes: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn 1962, Lolitkar and Rao extracted from the plant a substance, which they called charantin, which had hypoglycaemic effect on normal and diabetic rabbits. Another principle, active only on diabetic rabbits, was isolated by Visarata and Ungsurungsie in 1981. Cerasee has been found to increase insulin sensitivity. In 2007, a study by the Philippine Department of Health determined that a daily dose of 100 mg per kilogram of body weight is comparable to 2.5 mg\/kg of the anti-diabetes drug glibenclamide taken twice per day. Tablets of Bitter Melon extract are sold in the Philippines as a food supplement and exported to many countries.Other compounds in Cerasee have been found to activate the AMPK, the protein that regulates glucose uptake (a process which is impaired in diabetics).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\/light shade; rich moist soil. Plant in frost free areas since bitter melon is very sensitive to frost. Do not water too much.\u003cbr\u003eIn cooler climates start planting in pots 6 weeks before the frost free date; transplant when there is no more danger of frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\/light shade; rich moist soil. Plant in frost free areas since bitter melon is very sensitive to frost. 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The fruit of this plant can reach a length of 18 inches, while the shoots and flower buds are also commonly consumed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Approximately 140 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Approximately 560 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Approximately 2,240 Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Luffa Angled \"Bonanza\" (Luffa acutangula), also known as Chinese okra, is a highly productive plant that produces large, edible fruits on sturdy, lateral branches. With a length of 18 inches, a diameter of 2 inches, and a weight just under one pound, the green-colored, ridged fruit is both tender and delicious, maturing only 45 days after the flower sets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Asian vegetable is also called...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChina:\u003c\/strong\u003e cee gwa, si gua, tsee gwa , ling chiao si qua, sze kwa, you lin si gua\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndia:\u003c\/strong\u003e jhingta tori, kalitori, torai\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndonesia:\u003c\/strong\u003e ewes, gambas, hoyong, jingi, ketala manis, oyong, petola\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapan:\u003c\/strong\u003e ito uri, tokado hechima\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalaysia:\u003c\/strong\u003e ketola, petola sagi, petola segi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilippines:\u003c\/strong\u003e cabatiti, patola, patola tagalog\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSri Lanka: \u003c\/strong\u003eveta kola\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThailand: \u003c\/strong\u003eboap liam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVietnam: \u003c\/strong\u003emuop huong, muop khia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow seeds in warm soil after last frost and keep moist.\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak hard seed coat in water or scarify before planting. Follow recommended spacing and fertilize as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy training Luffa Angled Seeds \"Bonanza\" to climb a vertical support, you'll improve air circulation and enjoy straighter fruit that's easier to harvest. And when it's time to process for luffa sponges, simply let the gourds hang on the vine until they are fully mature and the skin dries and hardens - then easily remove the skin and seeds.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Packet-10 Seeds","offer_id":28442583185,"sku":"P8608S","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 seeds","offer_id":28442583249,"sku":"P17971S","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz Seeds","offer_id":28442583313,"sku":"P17972S","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":29338837713,"sku":"P17973S","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":29338922385,"sku":"P17974S","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395489591482.jpg?v=1759502454"},{"product_id":"calabash-long-edible-bottle-gourd-seeds-asian-vegetable","title":"Calabash Long ,Edible bottle gourd Seeds (Asian vegetable)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalabash Long ,Edible bottle gourd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bodyDescriptionText\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe immature fruit can be steamed and is delicious in stir-fry dishes or meat soups.\u003cbr\u003e (Lagenaria siceraria)\u003cbr\u003eThis calabash gourd variety produces a long bat-shaped gourd that is most tender when picked 14-24\" long. The light green skinned fruits have white flesh and are sweet and entirely edible when harvested at this immature stage. The gourd can be left to fully mature and the skin will harden. The vine is very vigorous and has white flowers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e130-300 Per oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlanting season: Late spring to early summer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsian vegetable names...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChina: peou gwa, po gua, poo gua, , dudhi, hu gau, hu lu gua\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndia: lauki\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan: kampyo, yugao\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilippines: upo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThailand: buap khaus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVietnam: bau\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMORE DETAILS\u003cbr\u003eThe Calabash, Lagenaria siceraria (synonym Lagenaria vulgaris Ser.), also known as opo squash, bottle gourd or long melon is a vine grown for its fruit, which can either be harvested young and used as a vegetable, or harvested mature, dried, and used as a bottle, utensil, or pipe. The fresh fruit has a light green smooth skin and a white flesh. Rounder varieties are called calabash gourds. They come in a variety of shapes, they can be huge and rounded, or small and bottle shaped, or slim and serpentine, more than a metre long.\u003cbr\u003eKnown more in the Chinese regions and Indian subcontinents, bottle gourd has many names in local dialects such as hulu, calabash, lauki, laau, dhudhi, hyotan, hisago etc.\u003cbr\u003eThe calabash was one of the first cultivated plants in the world, grown not primarily for food, but for use as a water container. The bottle gourd may have been carried from Africa to Asia, Europe and the Americas in the course of human migration, or by seeds floating across the oceans inside the gourd. It has been proven to be in New World prior to the arrival of Columbus. It shares its common name with that of the calabash tree (Crescentia cujete).\u003cbr\u003eBottle gourd has been archaeologically known to be used since 11,000 to 13,000 years and has served as a popular vegetable in the Asian regions for a long time. The recent researches that have revealed its medicinal properties such as digestion improvement and weight loss are resulting into worldwide popularity of it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bottle gourd produces extra long fruits, 3-4 ft. in length and 6-9 Lb. in weight, with light green skin and white flesh. Plants are very vigorous and grow very fast during the warm summer season. It is suggested to grow this variety along supports for getting the cylindrical bottle shaped gourds, although it can also be grown on the ground in open field. Young gourds are often harvested at about 2 ft. long stage for obtaining the best eating quality, while the fully matured\/dried\/hardened fruits, 3-4 ft. long, are used for making decorative items. An interesting variety for your backyard growing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 5-10' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest or leave to sprawl on the ground. May need hand pollinating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Sm Packet-10 Seeds","offer_id":28442606161,"sku":"P18141S","price":4.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 SEEDS","offer_id":28442606225,"sku":"P18142S","price":6.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":28442606289,"sku":"P18143S","price":23.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395170758842.jpg?v=1759502573"},{"product_id":"gourd-seeds-giant-bottle-ornamental","title":"Gourd Seeds -Giant Bottle, Ornamental","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor decorative purposes only, the Giant Bottle Gourd - also known as the Bottle Gourd - is an excellent choice to add visual interest to your garden.\u003cbr\u003eLagenaria leucantha var gourda\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-known staple in South Africa, Lagenaria leucantha var gourda is one of the oldest cultivated plants with diverse uses, including ornamental and functional purposes. Its ripe gourds can function as utensils, containers, or even musical instruments. The best time to harvest is when the fruit's stem and tendrils have fully turned brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the mature fruit has dried and the seeds are removed, this bottle gourd can be used as a container or for decorative purposes. It grows to about 2 ft in length. The plant requires a long, warm growing season. For ornamental use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The seed coat is hard and should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours or lightly scarified before sowing. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1' diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Hand pollination may be necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest. 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Fruit has light green skin, sweet, grows to a foot long and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds. Pick when fruit is immature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm season annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"smallText\"\u003eseed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: Approx. 65-70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting season: Late spring\/early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesTitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsian vegetable names..\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eChina:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003epo gua, poo gua, kwa kwa, dudhi, hu gua, hu lu gua, opo\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eIndia:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003elauki\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eIndonesia:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003elabu\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eJapan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003ehyotan, yugao\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eMalaysia:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003elabu ayer\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003ePhilippines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003eopo, upo\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eSri Lanka:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003ediya labu\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eThailand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003ebuap khaus, nam tao\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eVietnam:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003ebau\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesText\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle gourd is a vine grown for its fruit, which can either be harvested young and used as a vegetable, or harvested mature, dried, and used as a bottle, utensil, or pipe. The fresh fruit has a light green smooth skin and a white flesh. Rounder varieties are called calabash gourds. They come in a variety of shapes: they can be huge and rounded, small and bottle shaped, or slim and serpentine, more than a metre long. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesText\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGourds are often called “calabashes”, but this is incorrect; calabashes (Crescentia cujete) are the fruit of the tree, while gourds (Lagenaria) grow on vines. See Sally Price, “When is a calabash not a calabash” (New West Indian Guide 56:69-82, 1982).\u003cbr\u003eGourd » Bottle Gourd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesText\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gourd was one of the first cultivated plants in the world, grown not primarily for food, but for use as a water container. The bottle gourd may have been carried from Africa to Asia, Europe and the Americas in the course of human migration,[1] or by seeds floating across the oceans inside the gourd. It has been proved to be in the New World prior to the arrival of Columbus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. Bottle gourd flowers during early evening to sunrise. May need hand pollination. 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Also known as Cannon Ball. Annual. 90 days. 200 seeds per oz. 6-12\" height. 5-6' spacing. Produces round 40-50 lb. smooth dark green watermelons with crimson flesh.\u003cbr\u003eAbout Florida Giant Watermelon: Seed expert Melville Dillon developed and introduced this watermelon in the 1940’s, naming it for his native Florida. Florida Giant has been known to reach a weight of 80-90 pounds, and is one of the most popular giant watermelons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlorida Giant Watermelon Germination: In cool climates, watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1\/4\" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions. Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds: As soon as the vines begin to develop, apply a thick layer of mulch to control weeds and protect the melons from soil contact. Keep the soil moist until the fruit begins to grow, then water only if the soil dries out completely. Watch out for insect pests, which can be a problem.\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting Florida Giant Watermelon: Gardeners use many different methods of testing whether their watermelons are ripe, but knowing the approximate mature size of the melon helps to determine when it is nearing ripeness. 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Rather than being the result of hybrids, yellow and orange varieties of watermelon are actually more ancient than their pink and red counterparts. Historians believe that the orange versions grew wild in South Africa originally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTendersweet Orange Watermelon Germination: In cool climates, watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1\/4\" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing Tendersweet Orange Watermelon Seeds: As soon as the vines begin to develop, apply a thick layer of mulch to control weeds and protect the melons from soil contact. Keep the soil moist until the fruit begins to grow, then water only if the soil dries out completely. Watch out for insect pests, which can be a problem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting Tendersweet Orange Watermelon: Gardeners use many different methods of testing whether their watermelons are ripe, but knowing the approximate mature size of the melon helps to determine when it is nearing ripeness. One test is to knock on the watermelon with your knuckles, listening for a dull thump rather than a hollow ring. Another method is to check the underside of the melon where it rests on the ground; the skin should be a rich yellow. Also, the curling tendril closest to the stem of the melon often indicates ripeness when it begins to turn brown. Tenderswet Orange melons do hold their quality well on the vine. Watermelons usually keep for several weeks in a cool place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaving Tendersweet Orange Watermelon Seeds: Watermelons will cross with other varieties of watermelon, so isolation may be necessary to ensure genetic purity. When the melon is ripe, the seeds will be mature. Cut open the melon and remove the seeds; wash them to remove the sticky residue. Spread them out to dry for a week, then store them in a cool place for up to four years.\u003cbr\u003eDetailed Tendersweet Orange Watermelon Info: Citrullus lanatus. Annual. 80-90 days. 350 seeds per oz. 6-12\" height. 5-6' spacing. 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Start the plants indoors only 2-4 weeks before transplanting, since if the plants grow too large they have difficulty adjusting to the change. Sow several seeds 1\/2\" deep in each peat pot, and keep them at 75 degrees until they germinate. Thin to the strongest plant in each pot by cutting off the others. Gradually accustom the plants to outdoor temperatures by setting them outside during the day, then transplant them to hills 4-6' apart with 2-3 plants to a hill. For companion planting benefits, plant melons near corn but not potatoes.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing Hales Best Jumbo Melon Seeds: In cooler climates, melons may benefit from black plastic to warm the soil; mulch also helps to conserve necessary moisture, control weeds, and keep the melons clean. Adequate moisture is particularly crucial as the vines begin to develop. 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You can grow honeydews in containers on balconies or porches if you provide the necessary support to train the vines vertically. Well-anchored trellises, such as those attached to a wall or fence, support the weight of the developing melons. Plant your honeydew seeds directly in the permanent pot once the soil temperature reaches 65 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003cbr\u003e1\u003cbr\u003ePlace a 10-gallon planter in a location that receives six to eight hours of sunlight daily. Use containers with bottom drainage holes. Set the pot next to a firmly anchored trellis.\u003cbr\u003e2\u003cbr\u003eFill the container with moist potting soil to within 3 inches of the rim. Mix 1\/3 cup of 5-10-5 fertilizer with the soil in the pot. Use a soil that primarily contains compost, peat, and vermiculite or perlite. These soils don't compact in a container like a straight soil mix. 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Takes 120 days to mature. Annual. 60 days. 6-12\" height. 5-6' spacing. Light\/dark green gourds produced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Dipper Gourd:\u003c\/strong\u003e The origin of gourds is still debated. Early archaeological evidence points to Asia as the first to use gourds as containers, but other regions like Africa and Polynesia also had early uses for gourds. Recent research shows that North American gourds are almost as old as those in Asia, suggesting they were brought there by early settlers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDipper Gourd Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e In shorter growing seasons, start gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, soak the seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and \u003cbr\u003efull sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1\" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Dipper Gourd Seeds: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the \u003cbr\u003eshell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Dipper Gourd: \u003c\/strong\u003eLate in the summer, the stem and leaves of the gourd will wither and turn brown; cut off the gourd, leaving about 2\" of stem. Wash it with a solution of white vinegar and water to deter mold. \u003cbr\u003ePlace them in a warm, dry location on a screen so that every side of the gourd has good air circulation. If the gourd begins to rot and shrivel up, throw it away; surface mold is normal. Dipper gourds may take several weeks \u003cbr\u003eor a month to dry, depending on the size. When completely dry, they will be extremely lightweight and the seeds will rattle inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28442951761,"sku":"P20730S","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Packet-25 Seeds","offer_id":28442951825,"sku":"P20731S","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28442951889,"sku":"P20732S","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 OZ.","offer_id":44508519399610,"sku":"P34800S","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 LB","offer_id":44508519432378,"sku":"P34800S4","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB","offer_id":44508519465146,"sku":"P34800S5","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395295408314.jpg?v=1759504479"},{"product_id":"snake-gourd-seeds-buag-ngu-or-naga-from-india","title":"Snake gourd Seeds- Buag Ngu,or  Naga,from india","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnake Gourd (Viper Gourd) Green And white striped fruit,Grows 12\" long,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Trichosanthes cucumerina var anguina)\u003cbr\u003eThis vine plant is known for its long, curved fruits resembling snakes hanging from supports or ground. It thrives in warm, subtropical climates and produces an abundance of fruits for extended periods. For best results, grow it alongside supports to ensure straight, young fruits. Similar to Luffa, the young fruits are harvested and cooked. However, please note that the seed has a hard coat and may take longer to germinate. In Asia, various varieties with distinct fruit skin and length are grown.. An interesting plant for home garden and fresh market.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndia's popular Snake gourd variety, Buag Ngu, is pest-resistant and yields an abundant and extended harvest of 12\" long, 1\" diameter dark green and white striped fruit. Perfect for Indian, South Asian, and Southeast Asian dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use in curries. The shoots, tendrils and leaves can also be eaten as greens.\u003cbr\u003eCultivation: Requires a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring\/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. The seed coat is hard and should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours or lightly scarified before sowing. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. Snake gourd flowers during daylight hours. May need hand pollination to set fruit Harvest young tender fruit before it matures to retain its tenderness.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":28442954961,"sku":"P11290S","price":4.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Seeds","offer_id":28442955025,"sku":"P11291S","price":6.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":29338734289,"sku":"P11292S","price":12.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":29338749585,"sku":"P11293S","price":26.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395659034810.jpg?v=1759504497"},{"product_id":"india-long-bitter-gourd-seed-green-bitter-gourd-hybrid-asian-vegetables","title":"India LONG Bitter  Gourd Seed - \"Green Bitter Gourd Hybrid\" Asian Vegetables","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"titleLevel2\"\u003eGreen Bitter Gourd - Hybrid\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitter Gourd Seed - \"Green Bitter Gourd Hybrid\" Asian Vegetables, Bitter Melon, Bitter Gourd, Bitter Squash, 9 1\/2 to 11 1\/2 inches (Indian Open Pollinated)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitter Gourd (Momordica charantia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a typical variety of Indian Bitter Gourds and is very popular for Indian cuisines. An unique appearance of Indian Bitter Gourds is teeths on the fruit skin. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis variety produces long green skin fruits, 8-12 inches in length and about 1\/4 Lb. in weight. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe plant grows vigorously in warm climates and bears lots of fruits for a long time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfrican cucumber, alligator pear, balsam pear, bitter cucumber, bitter gourd, bitter melon.\u003cbr\u003eBitter Green Long Gourd Goya, Bitter Melon, Bitter Gourd or Bitter Squash (Indian Open Pollinated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Popular in Indian dishes. Often prepared with potatoes and served with yogurt to offset the bitter flavor. Recommended as a healthy food by the American Diabetic Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, tender, dark green color fruits, light green at blossoms end. \u003cbr\u003eThe skin is medium thick with good teething. The length is 9 1\/2 to 11 1\/2 inches and bears fruit profusely. \u003cbr\u003eExcellent yields.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBitter Gourd is one of the most popular vegetables in China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, India and the Philippines. Bitter Gourd, also called Bitter Melon, has an acquired taste. The plant is grown mainly for the immature fruits although the young leaves and tips are edible. Bitter Melon seed has hard skin and needs warm\/moist soil conditions during germination. It may fail or take a long time to germiante if the soil temperature is too low. Bitter Melon is a long-season, high-humidity and warm-climate vine plant and needs to grow along supports.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOTE: Bitter Melon needs insects to carry out the pollinating process for setting fruits. If the insects are not available in your area, the pollinating process can be done manually, by picking up male flowers and transferring pollens (face-to-face touching the center part of flowers) to femal flowers. Femal flowers have a fat section between the flower and vine stem. This process should be carried out when flowering is active during the daytime. If the pollination is success, the fat portion will grow into full size fruit.\u003cbr\u003eThis Japanese variety is an easy and vigorous grower. The large climbing vine produces yellow flowers and 6-8\" dark green fruits with heavily warted skin. The vine can grow 12' long and has a high tolerance for heat. Young leafy shoots can also be harvested. Widely grown in Japan and other tropical Asian countries. Bitter gourd is also called bitter melon, karalla, and balsam pear.\u003cbr\u003eWarm season annual\u003cbr\u003eMaturity: Approx. 70 days\u003cbr\u003ePlanting season: Spring\/summer.\u003cbr\u003eCulinary tips: Bitter melons are excellent in soups and a tasty addition to stir-fries. Try them stuffed with pork, seafood or cooked with fermented black beans. Recommended as a healthy food by the American Diabetic Association.\u003cbr\u003eCultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. In warm areas, sow seeds in spring\/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Low soil temperatures may result in low or no germination. For better germination, pre-sprout seeds indoors by soaking in water for 24 hours. Wrap in wet paper towel and keep warm. Plant when seeds sprout. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. 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Popular in Asia and gaining popularity in the US due to its low-carb content, waxy rind and sweet, white flesh. Large and long-growing, store for up to a year.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Melon-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBenincasa hispida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter melon, or ash \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/search?q=gourd.\" title=\"BITTER GOURD\"\u003egourd\u003c\/a\u003e, is a common ingredient in Chinese and Indian dishes.With the scientific name\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBenincasa hispida\u003c\/em\u003e, it’s a member of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbitaceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor gourd family, along with cucumbers, melons and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"ASIAN VEGETABLES\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/search?q=zucchini.\"\u003ezucchini.\u003c\/a\u003e It also goes by the names wax gourd, white gourd and winter gourd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy is it commonly called winter melon? It may be because the fruit can be stored for many months, so when it’s harvested during late summer and autumn months, it can be eaten three to four months later in the wintertime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsian vegetable names...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesText\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eChina:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003edong gua, dong gwa, tung kwa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eIndia:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003epetha, pethakaddu\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eIndonesia:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ebeligo, bleego, bleegoo, bligo, koondoor, tangkue\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eJapan:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ekamo uri, togan\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eKorea:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003eho bak\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eMalaysia:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ekundur\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003ePhilippines:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ekondol, kundol\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eSri Lanka:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ealu-puhul\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eThailand:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003efak khiao, fak kib, phat\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"foreignNamesStandout\"\u003eVietnam:\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003ci\u003ebi bee, bi chanh\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foreignNamesText\"\u003eWax gourd, also known as winter melon, has a white, chalky wax that protects it from microorganisms and allows it to last up to a year without refrigeration. It can be used in a variety of dishes from curries to soups to candies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWax Gourd, also known as White Gourd, is a large, long-season vegetable that can grow up to 50 pounds on vines. It can be stored for months and used in the winter season, earning it the name \"Winter Melon\" in Chinese.\u003cbr\u003eThis vigorous, prolific variety produces up to 16 fruits per plant. Green skinned fruit are fragrant and flavorful with a firm flesh growing to a size of 4\"x 7\" and weighing up to 1.5 pounds.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow Round Winter Melon Wax Gourd\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winter melon has a long growing season. They should be started indoors and transplanted after the soil has warmed up to 60 degrees. Before planting soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the hard seed coat. It's best to choose a warm sunny location for this melon to grow. This plant grows best on the ground, not on a trellis. It will spread over a large area, leave about 4 feet around each plant. Water consistently, and ensure it has full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Round Winter Melon Wax Gourd\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWait to harvest until the plant is fully mature. They will reach their full size, the stem of the plant will turn brown, and the leaves will turn yellow. Often the fruit will have a white powder that coats the entire fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Tips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fruit is called the winter melon not because it grows in the winter, but because it can be stored over the winter. It will keep fresh for a long time. Store the fruit in a dry cool place. It is best served cooked, and is delicious in soups, stews, pastry filling, and jams. 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