planting snake gourd seeds Buy Snake Gourd Green Small Seeds (Desi)

planting snake gourd seeds Buy Snake Gourd Green Small Seeds (Desi)Product Description Germination Time: 7 14 days Sunlight Requirement: 6 8 hours per day, in full sun Ideal Climate for Sowing: All season crop; can be grown in warm climates, adaptable to different seasons Plant Height: 6 8 feet Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1 2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant per week Life Span: 4 6 months Ideal Growing Temperature: 25 35C Harvesting Time: 60 75 days after sowing Maintenance Required: Low to

Product Description

• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: All season crop; can be grown in warm climates, adaptable to different seasons
• Plant Height: 6-8 feet
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant per week
• Life Span: 4-6 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 25-35°C
• Harvesting Time: 60-75 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag, 36x24x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 10+

Specifications of Snake Gourd Green Small Seeds

Snake Gourd (Trichosanthes cucumerina) is a vine plant cultivated for its edible gourds. It grows well in warm climates and is versatile in its growing conditions, making it suitable for various garden setups.

Benefits / Uses of Snake Gourd

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and calcium
• Low in calories and high in dietary fiber
• Known for its medicinal properties, aiding in digestion and promoting weight loss

Planting and Care for Snake Gourd

• Sowing Snake Gourd Seeds: Sow seeds in well-drained soil, 1 inch deep. Keep the soil moist during germination.
• Growing Snake Gourd: Requires a warm climate and regular watering. Provide support for vines to climb.
• Harvesting Snake Gourd: Harvest when gourds are young and tender, usually 60-75 days after sowing.

Precautions While Growing Snake Gourd

• Use fertile, well-drained soil with good aeration.
• Protect plants from pests like aphids and spider mites with natural remedies or organic pesticides.
• Monitor soil moisture to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Susceptible to powdery mildew and bacterial leaf spot; use fungicides as necessary.
• Yellowing leaves may indicate nutrient deficiencies; supplement with organic fertilizers as needed.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Trichosanthes cucumerina
• Tamil: புடலங்காய் (Pudalangai)
• Malayalam: പടലങ്ക (Padalanga)
• Kannada: ಪಡಲಾಂಗಿ (Paḍalāṅgi)
• Telugu: పొట్లకాయ (Potlakaya)
• Marathi: पडवल (Padaval)
• Hindi: पडवल (Padwal)
• Bengali: চিচিঙ্গা (Chichinga)

No. of Snake Gourd Seeds in a Packet

• 10+ seeds