Bottle Gourd Seeds – Brown
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Bottle Gourd, also known as Calabash, is a versatile warm-season vegetable prized for its smooth texture and mild flavor. The brown variety produces elongated, bottle-shaped gourds with a firm skin and tender flesh. It is widely used in cooking, soups, curries, and other savory dishes. Easy to grow, this plant thrives in warm climates and is a great addition to any home garden.
Features and Specifications:
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Plant Type: Warm-season climbing vegetable
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Variety: Brown Bottle Gourd
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Growth Habit: Vigorous vine, requires staking or trellis for best yield
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Maturity: 70–90 days after sowing
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Fruit Shape: Elongated, bottle-shaped
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Fruit Color: Brown skin with pale interior flesh
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Season: Best grown in late spring through summer
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (annual in cooler zones)
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Sowing Months:
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Zones 9–11: February–August
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Zones 7–8: April–July
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Zones 5–6: May–June
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Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
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Soil Needs: Well-drained, loamy soil rich in organic matter
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Watering: Requires consistent watering, especially during fruit set
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Uses: Cooking, soups, stews, and curries