{"product_id":"bitter-melon-abashi","title":"Bitter Melon Seeds, Abashi","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e). An Okinawan heirloom variety with deep green skin color and a very mild bitter taste. Fruit is 3 to 4 inches in diameter and 8 to 10 inches long. This variety can tolerate high temperatures and does well up to 100 F. Harvest around 100 days after sowing. A famous medicinal food of the Okinawan longevity diet, this vegetable is high in vitamin C and other important nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abashi bitter melon thrives in warm climates with consistent heat and moisture. Provide sturdy trellising to support vines and promote airflow, which helps prevent fungal diseases. Mulching around the base conserves soil moisture and deters weeds. Regular feeding with balanced organic fertilizer improves fruit set. Harvest young, tender fruits for best flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511696621854,"sku":"BM113","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/cld_693c3f387f7d0_BM113-Bitter_Melon_Seeds_-_Abashi_o3nfza.jpg?v=1782403082","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/bitter-melon-abashi","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}