Bottle Gourd - Birdhouse Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Vegetable/Ornamental

Bottle Gourd - Birdhouse Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Vegetable/Ornamental

Annual

Full sun

Full description: The Birdhouse Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) is a fast-growing vine producing large, uniquely shaped gourds perfect for crafting birdhouses, containers, or decorative pieces. These hardy gourds have a smooth exterior when mature and can be dried to create durable, long-lasting structures. While primarily ornamental, some traditional uses in folk medicine include using extracts of the seeds or fruit for minor digestive support.

Full Growing Information from Seed

• Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost.
• Sow 1 seed per 2–3 inch pot, 1 inch deep in well-draining seed starting mix.
• Keep soil consistently moist and maintain temperature around 70–85°F.
• Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil is warm.
• Provide a trellis or support for climbing vines.
• Space plants 3–4 feet apart to allow full vine growth.
• Fertilize regularly with a balanced, organic fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and fruiting.
• Water deeply and consistently, avoiding waterlogging.
• Harvest gourds when the skin is hard and the stem is brown; allow to cure in a dry, ventilated space for several weeks.

Stratification: Not required

Seed count: 5