Description
- Heirloom LUFFA SPONGE GOURD Loofah Dishcloth 50 SEEDS Very Productive Mướp
- 60 days. This open pollinated gourd variety is also called Vegetable Sponge and Dishcloth Gourd because, once cured, skin can be peeled off to reveal a usable sponge! Vines need support or trellis. Vigorous, rapidly growing vines (up to 15 feet or 4.57m) from which fruit can be harvested over a long period of time.
- First harvest is typically in 55 to 60 days. Average water needs. Water regularly, but don't over water. The fruit is edible only when immature and is cooked like zucchini. The vine is very ornamental, producing clusters of yellow blossoms in pleasing contrast with the silvery-shaded, dark green foliage.
- INSTRUCTIONS: Direct sow outside with temperature 75F (24C) or warmer. Luffa seeds will not germinate if they are NOT kept very warm. Keep soil moist but well-drained. Plant in hills of 2-3 plants per hill at 60" - 72" (1.5-1.8m) apart, and 1" (25mm) below soil surface. Provide support for climbing vines.
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