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15++ Small Round Fragrant Wax Gourd Seeds/ Bi Dao Thom/ bi dao dua seeds
$ 1.97
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Description
Wax Gourd Seeds/ Small Round Fragrant Wax Seeds/ Bi Dao Thom/ Sweet Smelling Wax. Shipped with standard shipping .It usually takes 2-3 weeks to delivery to your location.Also known as winter melon or white gourd, this vigorous, prolific variety produces up to 16 fruits per plant. Green skinned fruit are fragrant and flavorful with a firm flesh growing to a size of 4"x 7" and weighing up to 1.5 pounds.
Warm season annual
Maturity: Approx. 75-85 days
Planting season: Spring to early summer
Cultivation:
Requires a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. The seed coat is hard and should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4" tall. Space mounds 4 6' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Hand pollination may be necessary. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest or leave vine on the ground. Fruit can be stored in a dry, cool environment during winter months (avoid direct contact with concrete).
Germination
Temperature
Seed
Depth
Seed
Spacing
Row
Distance
86-90°F
1"
12-18"
48-72"
Please note:
Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips:
Delicious in soups and stews. Cut gourd open, scrape out seeds and cut into cubes to cook.