Gourd Seeds - Buab Laem - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Luffa acutangula. Angled luffa is also known as Chinese okra, this highly productive and vigorous hybrid. The green, edible fruit is tender and flavorful and grows up to 15-17 in length and cylindrical shaped with ridges. 80-90 days or 40 days after flower set. Warm season annual. 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 gently clip the seed tip to help the seed germinate. 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. Hand pollination may be necessary. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. To process for luffa sponges, allow gourds to hang on the vine until they are fully mature and the skin hardens/dries. Remove skin and seeds. Harvest immature fruit 6" - 8" for cooking. Prepare luffa as you would zucchini. Lightly stir-fry thin slices or add to soup. Steam or deep-fry thick slices. Also delicious stuffed with pork and braised. Apx. 140 seeds an ounce."
Gourd Seeds - Buab Laem - Hybrid -1 Oz ~140 Seeds - Non-GMO, F1 Hybrid - Asian Garden VegetableSKU: 58884In Stock: yesPrice: |  |
