| Common Name | Gourd |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Fruit Size | 12” - 24" long |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Vining |
| Harvest Advantages | Market Farm |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Open-Pollinated |
Luffa
Gourd
Starting at $2.80
When the fruit is a vibrant green and under six inches long, it can be used as a mild-tasting vegetable, enjoyed much like summer squash. As the vine dies back and the gourd turns a brittle yellowish-brown, its soft flesh transforms into a fibrous skeleton. Once harvested and dried, the gourd can be peeled to reveal its natural sponge, perfect for scrubbing and exfoliating. Artisans and soap makers often take it a step further, slicing the sponge to embed it into handmade bars of soap, creating a cleansing bar with invigorating exfoliation.
| Days to Maturity | 125 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 12" - 18" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2” |
| Row Spacing | 6' |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow |
| Water Needs | Average |
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