2 Different Varieties Sponge gourd Seeds Combo Pack

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 Seeds sowing method

You can sow sponge gourd seed directly in pots or grow bags about 1.5 cm deep in well-composted soil; seeds will germinate for about 6-10 days; water the sown seed sponge gourd with a water can. After 45 days of planting, give them 1 tablespoon of 15:15:15 (NPK) fertilizer per plant or mix a handful of vermicompost around each plant. Sponge gourd is a vine plant, so they need some support like pipe, bamboo, rope, or wires.

Sponge gourd growing season in India

In the home garden, Sponge gourd can grow throughout the year (all season) but it grows very well in the summer season.

Sponge gourd plant care and tips

Sunlight – Sponge gourd prefers full sunlight for better growth.
Water– Water your sponge gourd daily in summer days and 2 days once in winter season; keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Soil – Use well-drained loamy soil 6.5 to 7.0 PH level for growing sponge gourd plants.
Temperature – The ideal temperature to grow a sponge gourd is between 25-30 degrees Celsius.
Fertilizer – You can use any organic fertilizer like cow dung manure, vermicompost , or compost for your gourd plant.
Common pests – Pests like crop bacteria, leaf spot, cucumber beetles, and downy mildew are normally found in sponge gourd plants. Use organic pesticide `Neem oil’ it protects the plant from harmful pests.

Sponge gourd harvest time

It will take about 80 to 90 days for harvest; you can harvest the sponge gourd in summer, rainy, or winter season. Cut the sponge gourd at a young stage, before the skin becomes thick; if you find any ripe sponge gourd just pluck it directly from hand or with the help of a pruning scissor. You can collect the seeds when the plant will completely dry out.

Sponge gourd special features

• Flower colour – yellow
• Blooming time – summer, rainy, winter
• Level of growth – easy
• Height – Up to 900cm

FAQ

1. Should we keep the sponge gourd plant indoors or outdoor?

For better growth, sponge gourd should be planted outdoors in full sun.

2. Where is the best place to plant sponge gourd?

Balcony and terrace are the best options to plant sponge gourd because it needs full light.

3. What is the best sowing medium for sponge gourd?

Best sowing medium for sponge gourd is 1 part garden soil, 1 part coco peat and 1 part vermicompost (or any organic fertilizer).

4. Why my sponge gourd getting wilting?

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

5. Why are my sponge gourd seeds not germinating?

Improper soil, temperature, Overwatering or under watering can be the main reason to not germinating sponge gourd seeds