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Apple Gourd Seeds For Planting (Lagenaria siceraria)

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ALL ABOUT APPLE GOURDS

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
Apple gourds, often confused with actual apples due to their similar shape and sometimes color, are a type of ornamental gourd. These gourds are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, known for their diverse shapes, sizes, and colors, which include not just apple-like forms but also varieties resembling other fruits and vegetables. Unlike edible gourds, apple gourds are primarily grown for decorative purposes, showcasing a vibrant range from deep greens to oranges and yellows, often with unique patterns or textures. Their hard shell makes them durable, suitable for crafts, or as fall decorations, embodying the spirit of autumn with their rustic charm.


The history of gourds, including types like the apple gourd, traces back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting they were among the first plants domesticated by humans, possibly around 13,000 years ago in Asia, and independently in Africa. Gourds, particularly the bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria), have been integral to various cultures not just for decoration but for utility, transformed into utensils, musical instruments, and containers due to their hard, durable shells. The journey of gourds to different parts of the world, including the Americas, predates Columbus's voyages, indicating early trade or migration routes across continents. Over time, selective breeding for both utility and aesthetics has led to the diverse array of gourds we recognize today, with ornamental varieties like apple gourds becoming popular in more recent history for their aesthetic rather than practical use.

ALL ABOUT APPLE GOURDS

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
Apple gourds, often confused with actual apples due to their similar shape and sometimes color, are a type of ornamental gourd. These gourds are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, known for their diverse shapes, sizes, and colors, which include not just apple-like forms but also varieties resembling other fruits and vegetables. Unlike edible gourds, apple gourds are primarily grown for decorative purposes, showcasing a vibrant range from deep greens to oranges and yellows, often with unique patterns or textures. Their hard shell makes them durable, suitable for crafts, or as fall decorations, embodying the spirit of autumn with their rustic charm.


The history of gourds, including types like the apple gourd, traces back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting they were among the first plants domesticated by humans, possibly around 13,000 years ago in Asia, and independently in Africa. Gourds, particularly the bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria), have been integral to various cultures not just for decoration but for utility, transformed into utensils, musical instruments, and containers due to their hard, durable shells. The journey of gourds to different parts of the world, including the Americas, predates Columbus's voyages, indicating early trade or migration routes across continents. Over time, selective breeding for both utility and aesthetics has led to the diverse array of gourds we recognize today, with ornamental varieties like apple gourds becoming popular in more recent history for their aesthetic rather than practical use.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

PREPERATION

Seeds can be soaked but isn’t necessary.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1” inch under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile sowing medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION

Typically germinates in 10 to 20 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT WIDTH

Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT SPACING

Best grown vertically on a trellis.

ROW SPACING

-

FRUIT SIZE

Up to 4” gourds.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Lagenaria siceraria

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Easy to germinate.

HARVEST

100 to 120 Days

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ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

PREPERATION

Seeds can be soaked but isn’t necessary.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1” inch under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile sowing medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION

Typically germinates in 10 to 20 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT WIDTH

Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT SPACING

Best grown vertically on a trellis.

ROW SPACING

-

FRUIT SIZE

Up to 4” gourds.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Lagenaria siceraria

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Easy to germinate.