Green Calabash Seeds produce fast-growing, climbing vines that yield tender, elongated gourds prized for their culinary versatility. These vegetables are popular in soups, stir-fries, stews, and traditional dishes. Their mild flavor and smooth texture make them a favorite among home gardeners and culinary enthusiasts.
Calabash plants thrive in warm weather and full sunlight, producing abundant fruits throughout the growing season. With proper support such as trellises or fences, they can climb vertically, saving garden space while maximizing yields.
Features
• Produces tender, elongated green calabash gourds
• Vigorous, climbing growth with high yields
• Mild-flavored, versatile for cooking
• Non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds
• Ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and trellised growing
• Suitable for warm-season planting
Specifications
• Seed Type: Warm-season vegetable – Calabash (Lagenaria siceraria)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10 (grown annually)
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Fertile, well-drained, loose soil
• Watering: Consistent moderate watering
• Days to Germination: 7–10 days
• Days to Harvest: 70–100 days
• Fruit Color: Bright green
• Fruit Size: 12–24 inches, slender
• Plant Height: 6–10 ft with support
• Seed Quality: Non-GMO, open-pollinated
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 inches
• Row Spacing: 60 inches
• Support Needed: Trellis, fence, or pole
Planting Guide
• Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost when soil temperature reaches 70°F or warmer.
• Plant seeds 1–2 inches deep in rich, well-draining soil.
• Provide vertical support immediately to allow climbing.
• Space plants 24–36 inches apart to ensure airflow and healthy growth.
• Keep soil evenly moist; mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds.
• Harvest calabash gourds when they reach desired size and firmness.
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