Bottle Gourd Long Seeds
Nutritious and Hydrating Vegetable
₹129.00
Grow Fresh, Tender & Long Bottle Gourds at Home
Bottle Gourd (Lauki, Dudhi, Ghiya) is one of India's most popular and easy-to-grow vegetables. This vigorous climbing vine produces attractive long, tender, light-green fruits that are ideal for daily cooking. Known for its high productivity and adaptability, bottle gourd is an excellent choice for terrace gardens, kitchen gardens, backyards, and large grow bags.
This variety produces long, smooth fruits with excellent taste and retains its fresh green color even at maturity.
Packet Contains
Premium Quality Seeds (4.8 gram)
Carefully selected seeds packed for home gardeners and kitchen garden enthusiasts.
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Seed Type | Open Pollinated, Non-Hybrid, Non-GMO |
Packet Contains | 20 Premium Quality Seeds |
Plant Type | Vigorous Climbing Vine |
Fruit Color | Medium Green |
Fruit Shape | Long Cylindrical, Slightly Tapered |
Fruit Length | 45–50 cm (18–20 Inches) |
Fruit Texture | Smooth, Tender & Soft |
Germination Time | 7–12 Days |
First Harvest | 60–65 Days After Sowing |
Growing Difficulty | Easy |
Suitable For | Trellis, Grow Bags, Terrace Gardens & Open Ground |
✓ Produces long, attractive bottle gourds
✓ High-yielding and productive variety
✓ Tender fruits with excellent cooking quality
✓ Retains green color even after maturity
✓ Suitable for terrace and backyard gardening
✓ Excellent for vertical gardening systems
✓ Ideal for organic kitchen gardening
✓ Performs well in Indian climatic conditions
North India
February to April
June to August
South India
Almost year-round except extreme rainy periods
Western & Central India
February to August
Eastern India
February to August
Bottle gourd thrives in warm temperatures and sunny conditions.
Step 1: Seed Preparation
For faster germination, soak seeds in water overnight before sowing.
Step 2: Seed Sowing
Sow seeds directly into soil at a depth of 2–3 cm.
Place 2–3 seeds per sowing spot and retain the strongest seedling after germination.
Step 3: Spacing
Plant to Plant: 30 cm (1 Foot)
Row to Row: 120 cm (4 Feet)
Step 4: Provide Support
Bottle gourd vines require sturdy support for healthy growth.
Recommended supports:
Trellis
Bamboo Structures
Garden Nets
Pergolas
Fencing
Vertical growing improves fruit quality, reduces disease incidence, and makes harvesting easier.
Step 5: Sunlight
Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Step 6: Watering
Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season.
Avoid waterlogging while ensuring regular watering during flowering and fruit development.
Container Growing Guide
Bottle gourd can be successfully grown in large containers and grow bags.
Recommended Container
Minimum Pot Size: 18–24 Inches Deep
Grow Bag: 24x24 Inches or Larger
Potting Mix
40% Garden Soil
30% Compost or Vermicompost
30% Cocopeat
Ensure excellent drainage and provide strong support for climbing vines.
Harvesting
Fruits are generally ready for harvesting approximately 60–65 days after sowing.
Harvest fruits while they are young, tender, and green for the best taste and texture.
Regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and increased fruit production.
Avoid leaving mature fruits on the vine for extended periods, as this may reduce future yields.
Bottle Gourd is naturally rich in:
Dietary Fiber
Vitamin C
Potassium
Calcium
Magnesium
Water Content
Fresh bottle gourd is widely used in Indian curries, soups, stews, juices, desserts, and traditional recipes.
Install a strong trellis before vines begin spreading.
Apply compost every 15–20 days.
Maintain regular watering during flowering.
Harvest fruits while tender.
Ensure full sunlight exposure for maximum productivity.
Fresh Batch Seeds
Carefully Selected & Packed
Non-GMO Seeds
Suitable for Home Garden Cultivation
Ideal for Organic Gardening
High Germination Potential Under Suitable Conditions
Seed germination and plant performance depend on temperature, sunlight, soil quality, watering practices, and local growing conditions. Following recommended growing practices significantly improves germination rates, plant health, fruit quality, and overall yield.
For best results, provide strong climbing support, adequate sunlight, and regular harvesting to enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, tender bottle gourds throughout the growing season.
