Bitter Gourd Small (Chhota Karela) F1 Hybrid Seeds - 12 Seeds (करेला के बीज) Easy To grow, High Germination, High Yield Karela Seeds for Home Gardening

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About this item

• 🥒 Product Name: Bitter Gourd Small (Chhota Karela) F1 Hybrid Seeds – 12 Seeds

• 📍 Where to Grow: Balcony or terrace garden

• 📅 Growing Season: Throughout the year

• 🌿 Sowing Method: Direct sowing

• 🌡️ Germination Temperature: 25°C to 32°C

• ⏳ Germination Time: 8 to 15 days

• 🧺 Harvesting: 55 to 70 days after sowing

• 💪 Plant Vigor: Strong and healthy plant

• 🥬 Benefits: Compact fruit size, ideal for home gardeners
  

What size grow bag is best for Bitter Gourd?

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

🌱 How To Grow Bitter Gourd (Karela) Small In Pots – Full Guide

📅 Bitter Gourd Growing Season In India

Bitter gourd (also known as Karela or Bitter Melon) can be grown year-round in India, but it thrives best in a warm and humid climate. The ideal temperature for growing is between 25°C to 32°C.
✅ Main Growing Seasons:

• Summer: February – April

• Monsoon: June – July

• Post-Monsoon/Autumn: September – October
  Note: Local climate conditions may affect exact sowing time.

🪴 How To Grow Bitter Gourd Small In Grow Bags or Pots

Bitter gourd grows well in containers using the direct sowing method.

👉 Sowing Instructions:

• Seed depth: Sow seeds 2 to 2.5 cm deep

• Spacing: Keep a distance of 15-18 cm between two seeds

• Watering: Gently water the soil and keep it evenly moist

• Germination time: 8 to 15 days

• Best Soil Temperature: 25-32°C

Fertilizer Requirements For Bitter Gourd

• At Planting: Mix any slow-release organic fertilizer such as:

  • Vermicompost

  • Cow manure

  • Neem cake

  • Mustard cake

• During Flowering: Apply liquid organic fertilizer once a month to boost flower production.

🌞  Bitter Gourd Small Plant Care Tips

• Water: Keep soil consistently moist. Water in the morning or evening when the soil feels dry.

• Soil: Use loamy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

• Sunlight: Provide 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Temperature: Grows best in 25°C to 38°C.

• Pests & Diseases:

  • Common pests: Mites, Mexican bean beetles

  • Diseases: Powdery mildew, Downy mildew

  • ✅ Solution: Spray neem oil regularly as a preventive measure.

🥒 Bitter Gourd Harvest Time

• Flowering: Starts about 30 days after sowing

  • Male flowers appear first

  • Female flowers will appear with small fruits

• Pollination: Bitter gourd is cross-pollinated, mainly by bees

• Harvest Ready: 60 to 70 days after seed sowing

🌟 Bitter Gourd Plant Features

• Common Names: Bitter melon, Balsam pear, Karela (करेला)

• Scientific Name: Momordica charantia

• Plant Height: 180 – 300 cm

• Flower Color: Yellow

• Grow Level: Easy

FAQ

Why are my bitter gourd leaves getting wilting?

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

Why are my bitter gourd seeds not germinating?

Bitter gourd seeds will not germinate because of improper growing conditions like insufficient sunlight, overwatering, or underwatering.
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