Sponge Gourd Light Green F1 Hybrid Seeds (Luffa/Gilki/गिलकी के बीज)

Sponge gourd is a vine plant that can grow up to 900 cm tall but it is very easy to in pots with little maintenance. Buy the Best Quality Sponge Gourd Light Green F1 Hybrid (Chikni Tori Type) Seeds Online at the best price in India from www.organicbazar.net with a high germination rate.

About this item

• Number of Light Green Sponge Gourd seeds (gilki ke bij): 12 Seeds
• Growing season: Throughout the year
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Mode of sowing: Sow the seeds 1.25- 2 cm deep in a Container, or Pots.
• Germination Time: 7 to 14 days from sowing
• Germination temperature: 18-30°C
• Harvesting: 80 to 90 days from planting 
• Plant vigor: Strong plant

What size grow bag is best for Sponge Gourd?

• 15 x 15 (W*H)
• 18 x 18 (W*H)
• 24 x 24 (W*H)

Sponge Gourd Growing Season In India

In India, the growing season for sponge gourd is from February to October but it grows best during the summer season. However, due to the hot and humid climate in South India, sponge gourd seeds can be sown throughout the year.

How To Grow Sponge Gourd

The sponge gourd (gilki) is a vine plant that needs more space to grow well but can easily grow in pots or grow bags easily (36-60 cm) wide and deep. Develop the strong trellis support by using materials like pipes, bamboo, ropes, wires, etc., to help them grow straight and long. Luffa or Sponge gourd seeds are usually hard to germinate so you can soak the seeds which will help you to germinate fast but can direct sowing seeds and keep the soil moist for quick germination. Sponge gourd seeds will germinate in temperatures between 18-30°C.

Sponge Gourd Seeds Sowing Method

Sow sponge gourd seeds directly in any pot/grow bag and fill them with a sowing medium. Sown 2 seeds at the center of a pot or grow bag about 1.25-2 cm deep in the soil. Give deep water to your seedlings every day by using a watering can and keep maintaining moisture, the sponge gourd seeds germinated within 1-2 weeks (depending on growing condition). Keep the pot in a place where the gourd seedling receives at least 6 hours of sunlight.

How To Fertilize Sponge Gourd Plant

After 20-25 days from sponge gourd seeds sowing, add a side dressing like homemade compost or vermicompost which provides additional nutrients to the gourd plant.

Sponge Gourd Plant Care And Tips

Sunlight – Sponge gourd (Luffa) prefers full sunlight for better growth.
Water – Give water to your sponge gourd plants daily on summer days and 2 days once in the winter season; keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Soil – Use well-drained loamy soil for growing sponge gourd plants.
Temperature – The ideal temperature to grow sponge gourd is 20-32°C.
Common pests – Pests like crop bacteria, leaf spots, cucumber beetles, and downy mildew are normally found in sponge gourd plants. Use organic pesticide neem oil to protect the plant from harmful pests.

Sponge Gourd Harvest Time

• Within 50-55 days from the seeds sowing sponge gourd plant starts flowering.
• It will take about 80 to 90 days to harvest; you can harvest the sponge gourd during the summer, rainy, or winter seasons.
• Cut the sponge gourd at the early stage, before the skin becomes thick; if you find any ripe sponge gourd just pluck it directly from your hand or with the help of a pruning scissor.

Sponge Gourd Special Features

• Common names – luffa and gilki (गिलकी)
• Scientific name – Luffa aegyptiaca
• Flower color – Yellow
• Level of growing – Easy
• Height – Up to 900 cm 

FAQ

Why is my sponge gourd getting wilting?

Overwatering is the main reason behind wilting; so avoid Over watering and keep the soil moist.

Why are my sponge gourd seeds not germinating?

Improper soil, temperature, Over watering, or under watering can be the main reason for not germinating sponge gourd seeds.