Gourd Seeds - Nam Tao Yai - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Lagenaria siceraria. 70-75 days. Warm season annual. This high yielding variety is also known as White-flowered gourd and Upo or Opo and has vigorous, multi-branched vines. Easy to grow, this plant is virtually disease-free and insect resistant. The dark mottled green fruit grows to a size of 4x12"and weighs up to 4 lbs. 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. Prepare bottle gourd as you would squash. Use in sautes, stews and stir-fries. Delicious when sauteed with shrimp or meat. Apx. 140 seeds per ounce."
Gourd Seeds - Nam Tao Yai - Hybrid -1 Oz ~140 Seeds - Non-GMO, F1 Hybrid - Asian Garden VegetableSKU: 58855In Stock: yesPrice: |  |
