| Management number | 216930486 | Release Date | 2026/04/19 | List Price | $10.60 | Model Number | 216930486 | ||
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Gourd Seeds - Nam Tao Yao. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Lagenaria siceraria. 65-70 days. Warm season annual. Also known as White-flowered gourd and Upo or Opo, this edible variety is vigorous, disease-tolerant, and high yielding. Fruit has light green skin, sweet, grows 12-14 inches and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds. Pick when fruit is immature. 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. Harvest fruit when young and tender. Bottle gourd is popular in Asian cuisine. Saute young tender gourds with shrimp, or add to soups and stir-fries. Apx. 140 seeds/ounce.
| UPC | 740006163131 |
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| Color | Green |
| Brand Name | Kitazawa Seed Company |
| Unit Count | 4.0 Ounce |
| Manufacturer | Kitazawa Seed Company |
| Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering |
| Number of Pieces | 560 |
| Material Features | GMO Free, Heirloom |
| Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun |
| Expected Blooming Period | Spring, Summer |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 58861 |
| Product Care Instructions | Keep Soil Moist |
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