
Green
Outdoor
Bottle Gourd
Vegetable
20
Vegetable
5
G
1
Cm
G
1
Cm
10
0-100 G
15
Outdoor
1
Green
Pack Of 1
0.5
All Time
All Time
Bottle Gourd
India
Name : Bottle Gourd Dark Long Seeds / Long Louki Seeds PACK OF 30
Type Of Seed : Vegetable
Quantity : 0-100 G
Suitable For : Outdoor
Color : Green
Product Breadth : 1 Cm
Product Height : 0.5 Cm
Product Length : 1 Cm
Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1
How to Sow Bottle Gourd (Dark Long) Seeds and Prepare the Soil
1. Site Selection & Soil Preparation :
Choose a sunny spot with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Soil should be loamy, well-drained, and rich in organic matter.
Clear the area of weeds, rocks, and debris.
Mix in well-rotted compost or cow dung manure (about 2–3 kg per square meter).
Ensure soil pH is slightly acidic to neutral (6.5 to 7.5).
Create raised beds or mounds to improve drainage.
2. Seed Preparation :
Soak bottle gourd seeds in water for 6 to 8 hours to soften the seed coat and speed up germination.
Optional : wrap soaked seeds in a moist cloth and leave overnight for quicker sprouting.
3. Sowing the Seeds :
Sow seeds directly in the ground after the last frost or in warm weather (above 20°C/68°F).
Make pits or holes 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep and space them 2.5 to 3 feet apart.
Sow 2–3 seeds per pit, and later thin to the healthiest one or two plants.
Gently cover with soil and water lightly.
4. Aftercare :
Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Once seedlings grow a bit, provide a strong trellis or vertical support for vines.
Fertilize with organic compost every 2–3 weeks for healthy growth.
Country of Origin : India
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