Ash Gourd Safed Petha / Kaddu Vegetable Seeds (Green, Pack of approx. 50 Seeds)

Product Description:

Utkarsh 527 Ash Gourd Seeds produce vigorous climbing vines with healthy, fleshy ash gourds suitable for fresh culinary use. Ideal for home gardens, kitchen gardens, terraces, and large grow bags, the variety performs well in warm Indian conditions. With adequate sunlight, moisture, nutrition, and sturdy support, it can provide a rewarding homegrown harvest.

Key Features:

• Packet contains: Utkarsh 527 Variety Ash Gourd (Safed Petha/Kaddu) 1-Pack of 50 Seeds. (Raw, Traditional Seeds, Non-Hybrid, 100% Pure & Desi Strain, Locally Adapted, and GMO-Free)
• Season of Sowing: February to April and June to August; suitable sowing periods may vary according to the local climate.
• Mode of Sowing: Direct sowing in soil, raised beds, large pots, or grow bags. Sow seeds about 2–3 cm deep and provide adequate space for the spreading vines.
• Germination Time: 5–10 days.
• Sunlight: 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained loamy or sandy-loam soil rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Regular and moderate watering. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, while avoiding waterlogging.
• Harvesting: Approximately 80–100 days after sowing, depending on the variety and growing conditions. Harvest fruits when they reach the desired size and maturity.
• Blooming Period: Approximately 6–9 weeks after sowing, with flowering continuing during the growing season under suitable conditions.
• Planting Period: February to April and June to August.
• Expected Plant Height: The plant is a vigorous spreading or climbing vine and can grow approximately 2–5 metres or more with suitable space and support.
• Growing Location: Outdoor gardens, kitchen gardens, terraces, large grow bags, and open areas where the vines have sufficient space to spread.
• Suitable For: Home gardening, kitchen gardening, terrace gardening, large containers, grow bags, and gardeners with sufficient space for spreading vines.
• Watering: Regular moderate watering at the base of the plant. Increase watering during hot weather, flowering, and fruit development while avoiding excessive watering and waterlogging.
• Care Instructions: Sow seeds in fertile, well-drained soil and provide 6–8 hours of sunlight. Give the vines sufficient space to spread or provide a sturdy support structure. Add organic compost periodically, remove weeds, and maintain consistent soil moisture. Avoid waterlogging and handle the developing fruits carefully to prevent damage.