Sponge Gourd Seed

The sponge gourd is known as luffa or gilki from India and is among the most sought-after gourds. The plant that produces the sponge gourd is a medium-sized, soft, attractive, and cylindrical plant that is packed with high levels of fiber and minerals. Sponge gourd is a plant that can reach as high as 30 feet but is easy to grow in pots and requires very little effort.

About this Sponge Gourd Seed

The number of Sponge Gourd seeds (gilki bij) 10 Seeds

Sowing season: All through the year (The best time to start is between February and March)

How to grow:-

Balcony or terrace garden

Method to sow: sow seeds 0.5 inches deep in a container or in pots.

Germination Time between 7 and 14 days after sowing.

Temperature of Germination The temperature of germination is 18-30degC.

Harvesting: 80-90 days after the time of planting.

Plant vigor: Strong plant

What size of grow bag is the best size to use for Sponge Gourd?

15 x 15 Inch (W*H)

18 x 18 Inch (W*H)

24 x 24 Inch (W*H)

Sponge Gourd Seed Growing Season In India

In the backyard garden, Sponge gourd (Luffa) is a perennial plant that can be grown throughout the year (all time of the year) but it is able to grow well in summer. The ideal time to plant the seeds for sponge gourd is from February through March.

How To Grow Sponge Gourd Seed

It is a sponge-like gourd (gilki) is an herb that requires greater space for growth however it can be grown in grow bags or pots effortlessly (15-24 inches) long and wide. Build a sturdy trellis with materials such as bamboo, pipes ropes, wires and so on. to assist them develop straight and long. The seeds of luffa or sponge gourd tend to be difficult to germinate. You can soak the seeds in water to allow them to germinate quickly but you should direct sowing seeds and ensure that the soil is humid for fast germinating. Sponge gourd seeds can sprout at temperatures between 18 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Sponge Gourd Seeds Sowing Method

Seed the sponge gourd directly in any grow bag or pot and then fill the bag with a seeding medium. Sow 2 seeds in the middle of a pot or grow bag approximately 0.5-1 1 inch in depth into soil. Make sure to give your seedling each day using a watering container and continue to maintain moisture. the gourd seedlings of sponge began to germinate within 1-2 weeks (depends on the growing conditions). Place the pot in a spot in which the gourd seedling gets at least six hours of sun.

How To Fertilize Sponge Gourd Plant

After 20 to 25 days after the sowing of sponge gourd seeds you can add a dressing such as homemade compost or vermi compost, which will provide more nutrition to gourd plants.

Sponge Gourd Plant Care And Tips

Sunlight:- The Sponge Gourd (Luffa) is a fan of full sun to grow better.

Water:-  Water your plants that grow sponge gourds every day during summer and two times during the winter months; make sure to ensure that the soil is moist but not too wet.

Soil:-  Use well-drained, loamy soil 6.5 to 7.0 levels of PH for the growth of sponge gourds.

Temperature:- The optimal temperature for the growth of sponge gourd is between 20 and 32 degrees Celsius.

Most common insects:- pests such as leaf spots, crop bacteria cucumber beetles and downy mildew can be discovered in the sponge-gourd plant. Make use of organic pesticides like ‘Neem oil’ to safeguard the plant from pests that can harm it.

Sponge Gourd Flower And Pollination

Between 50 and 55 days after seeds that are sown, the sponge gourd plant begins flowering. The male flower first appears and the female flowers will start with a small fruit. The gourd Plant depends on pollinators in order to create the fruit, but occasionally it can be problematic with pollination due to insects or bees are less active during the monsoon period. In this case hand pollination may be employed.

Sponge Gourd Harvest Time

It can take between 80-90 days to finish harvesting. You can pick the sponge gourd throughout the rainy, summer or winter time.

The sponge should be cut off at the beginning of its life and before the skin gets thick. If you see any sponge gourd that is still ripe, remove it from your fingers or by using a pruning scissors.

You can harvest the seeds once the plant is completely dried out.

Sponge Gourd Special Features

Common names include luffa, and Gilki.

Scientific name: Luffa Aegyptiaca

Flower color – Yellow

Gradual growth – Easy

The height can be up to 30 feet

FAQ

Q: Do we want to keep the plant of Sponge Gourd Seed outdoors or indoors?

A: To ensure a better growth rate, the sponge gourds should be planted outside in full sunlight.

Q: What is the most suitable place to grow Sponge Gourd Seed?

A: Terrace and balcony are the ideal places to plant sponge gourd since it requires full sun.

Q: What is the ideal soiling medium for sponge gourd?

A: The most effective sowing medium for sponge gourds is one portion garden soil 12 coco peat as well as 1 part of vermi compost (or any organic fertilizer).

Q: What’s the reason why my sponge is becoming wilted?

A: The main cause is overwatering. that causes wilting. Avoid excessive watering and keep the soil humid.

Q: Why do my sponge gourd seeds not germination?

A: Temperature, soil, or soil quality. water levels, or drowning may be the most important reason why sponge seeds don’t germinate. gourd seeds.

Q: Does sponge gourd require all day sun?

A: This plant is able to grow quickly when it is exposed to up to 6-8 hours of continuous direct sunlight.

Q: How do I help my sponge gourd to grow quicker?

A: Sponge gourd is a fast-growing plant in fertile soils with plenty of nutrients organic manure as well as sunshine and water.

Q: What is the reason for my gourd sponge flower evaporating?

A: Insufficient watering, extreme high temperatures and the excess nitrogen in fertilizers cause the that the sponge gourd plant to wilt.