Gourd Seeds - Luffa

$300

Average Seed Count: 15

Grow your own sponges! The fibrous internal structure of the Luffa can be used as a sponge for cleaning or as an exfoliator. This gourd is fun to grow and show your friends! Add them to your soaps, farm stand, or market table.

Lagenaria siceraria

Details:

  • Life Cycle: Annual
  • Days to Maturity: 100
  • Light: Full Sun
  • Plant Spacing: 24-36"
  • Plant Height: 15-40' - Vining habit

Sowing Info:

  • Seed Depth: 1/4"
  • Days to Germination: 7-10 days at 70-90°F

Growing Info

Direct sow in late spring, when soil temperature is at least 70°F and danger of frost has passed. Sow 2 seeds at each spacing interval (above), 1″ deep; thin to 1 plant per spacing interval after seedlings are established. If started the seeds indoors, sow 2 seeds 1″ deep in 3″+ containers 3 weeks prior to transplanting date.