Birdhouse Bottle Gourd Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In shorter growing seasons, start birdhouse bottle gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, soak Lagenaria Siceraria seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and full sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the shell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.
Harvesting: Late in the summer, the stem and leaves of the gourd will wither and turn brown; cut off the gourd, leaving about 2" of stem. Wash it with a solution of white vinegar and water to deter mold. Place them in a warm, dry location on a screen so that every side of the gourd has good air circulation. If the gourd begins to rot and shrivel up, throw it away; surface mold is normal. Bottle gourds may take a month or more to dry, depending on the size. When completely dry, they will be extremely lightweight and the seeds will rattle inside. If you're using these gourds for birdhouses or other containers, some of the cutting may have to take place before the gourd is completely dry.
Seed Saving: After the gourds have completely dried so that the seeds inside rattle, remove the seed by cutting open the gourd or drilling a hole in the shell. Spread out the seeds to dry; when a seed will snap in two, it has dried sufficiently. If the seed only bends but will not break, further drying time is needed. Store the dry birdhouse bottle gourd seeds in a cool, dry place for up to six years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 150
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green, Brown
Bird house gourd seeds
Fast shipping and excellent packaging
Birdhouse bottle gourd seeds
Wow I ordered my bird house bottle gourd seeds from Ever Wilde Farms I received them in a few days I sewed two hills of them and everyone of them came up. This is twice I ordered seeds from them and they have been great. Thanks Everwild Farms
Like, groovy man
Got my seeds and they were groovy like a hip movie. Planted them and in a few days? Whooooa! Man, it was far out. 5 stars +
Awesome packaging, correct botanical name, great product
Ordered seeds here because Everwilde was the only ones I could find with the correct botanical name listed (Lagenaria siceraria). Seeds arrived promptly and I was surprised with the quality of the packaging, their seed packets are much better than other companies I've dealt with in the past. Highly recommended.
Just as Promised
I received this packet of seeds promptly and intact. I have put it up to plant in the spring. I love the look of the packet, it is very attractive. I hope the seeds grow as well as the packet appears!
Robin Wilson
Great product!
I planted 2 packs of seeds and they grew massive. Around 50 gourds at harvest, so I am pleased
Delivery
Product was delivered on time
Great online shopping experience.
Easy online ordering with competitive pricing.
Excellent
Never disappointed in any order that I make.
out of stock item
Ordered the Birdhouse Bottle gourd for spring planting however, they were out of stock. The messaged me to advise of this item being out of stock.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In shorter growing seasons, start birdhouse bottle gourd seeds indoors in peat pots 3-4 weeks before the last frost. To speed germination, soak Lagenaria Siceraria seeds overnight. Plant the seedlings outdoors in rich soil and full sun after the last spring frost. For direct sowing, wait until the soil warms to 70 degrees F, then plant 5 seeds per hill, 1" deep, with 5' spacing; later, thin to the strongest plant.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist. When the vines begin to develop, either provide a trellis or lay down mulch to keep the gourds from contact with the soil; too much soil contact can weaken the shell, distort the shape, and cause rotting.
Harvesting: Late in the summer, the stem and leaves of the gourd will wither and turn brown; cut off the gourd, leaving about 2" of stem. Wash it with a solution of white vinegar and water to deter mold. Place them in a warm, dry location on a screen so that every side of the gourd has good air circulation. If the gourd begins to rot and shrivel up, throw it away; surface mold is normal. Bottle gourds may take a month or more to dry, depending on the size. When completely dry, they will be extremely lightweight and the seeds will rattle inside. If you're using these gourds for birdhouses or other containers, some of the cutting may have to take place before the gourd is completely dry.
Seed Saving: After the gourds have completely dried so that the seeds inside rattle, remove the seed by cutting open the gourd or drilling a hole in the shell. Spread out the seeds to dry; when a seed will snap in two, it has dried sufficiently. If the seed only bends but will not break, further drying time is needed. Store the dry birdhouse bottle gourd seeds in a cool, dry place for up to six years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Type: Open Pollinated, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 150
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 12 Inches
Color: Green, Brown
Reviews
Review
Bird house gourd seeds
Fast shipping and excellent packaging
Review
Birdhouse bottle gourd seeds
Wow I ordered my bird house bottle gourd seeds from Ever Wilde Farms I received them in a few days I sewed two hills of them and everyone of them came up. This is twice I ordered seeds from them and they have been great. Thanks Everwild Farms
Review
Like, groovy man
Got my seeds and they were groovy like a hip movie. Planted them and in a few days? Whooooa! Man, it was far out. 5 stars +
Review
Awesome packaging, correct botanical name, great product
Ordered seeds here because Everwilde was the only ones I could find with the correct botanical name listed (Lagenaria siceraria). Seeds arrived promptly and I was surprised with the quality of the packaging, their seed packets are much better than other companies I've dealt with in the past. Highly recommended.
Review
Just as Promised
I received this packet of seeds promptly and intact. I have put it up to plant in the spring. I love the look of the packet, it is very attractive. I hope the seeds grow as well as the packet appears!
Robin Wilson
Review
Great product!
I planted 2 packs of seeds and they grew massive. Around 50 gourds at harvest, so I am pleased
Review
Delivery
Product was delivered on time
Review
Great online shopping experience.
Easy online ordering with competitive pricing.
Review
Excellent
Never disappointed in any order that I make.
Review
out of stock item
Ordered the Birdhouse Bottle gourd for spring planting however, they were out of stock. The messaged me to advise of this item being out of stock.