Gourd Seeds

(Lagenaria siceraria) These Old World squash relatives all need similar conditions: a long season of hot weather and abundant moisture in a rich soil. The fruit will be straighter and more symmetrical if the 20-foot-long vines are trained up a trellis. The edible sorts are best harvested when young, tender, and mild tasting.
How To Grow Gourds
Gourd Recipes
Birdhouse Gourd held by a gardener in the field.
Gourd Seeds,
Birdhouse
4.5
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Dishcloth or Luffa Gourd in various stages on a dark blue background.
Gourd Seeds,
Dishcloth (Edible Luffa)
4.1
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Baker Creek seed growers show off Giant Bello Gourds in a basket at their farm in Ghana.
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Gourd Seeds,
Giant Bello
A child sitting on a Giant Bushel Gourd in a field of gourds.
Gourd Seeds,
Giant Bushel Basket
4.4
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Zucca Melon - Giant Gourd harvested and lined up side by side in the field.
Gourd Seeds,
Giant Zucca Melon (Edible)
4.2
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Several Kikinda Edible Gourds, hanging down from an overhead trellis.
Gourd Seeds,
Kikinda (Edible)
4
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Baker Creek seed grower Solomon Amuzu and his wife and son holding a basketful of Krobonko Luffa Gourds.
Gourd Seeds,
Krobonko Luffa
4.9
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Peru Sugar Bowl Gourds with vines and foliage attached against a deep blue grey background.
Gourd Seeds,
Peru Sugar Bowl
Two whole Serpente di Sicilia or Cucuzzi Gourds and slices on a pottery wheel next to the gourds.
Gourd Seeds,
Serpente De Sicilia Cucuzzi (Edible)
4.4
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An arrangement with a whole and carved Giant Bullet Head Wax Melon, drink and entree on a pink background.
Wax Melon Seeds,
Giant Bullet Head
4.7
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