General Information:
Snake gourd can easily grow in containers. Snake gourd fruits are white or greenish white in colour with a good germination rate. Snake gourd supplies plenty of nutrition, water content vegetable, having zero cholesterol thereby augmenting heart health and abounding in a plethora of vitamins and minerals. In addition, the juice of snake gourd also heals hair and scalp disorders like various types of dandruff and bald patches.
Each packet contains 10 seeds.
Specifications:
| Common Name | Snake gourd, Padwal, Pudalagai Kootu |
| Height | Up to 30 ft |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Throughout the year (Best time Jan To July) |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting And Care:
- Water should be done before soil feels dry
- soil pH ranging from 6 – 7 is suitable for Snake Gourd cultivation
- Snake gourd can also be grown in containers around 5-gallon size
- Containers must have good drainage and cant be moved once the vines attach tendrils to other objects
- Snake gourd cant survive in frost condition
Snake Gourd Green Long Care :
- At the time of bed preparation, FYM should be mixed with soil for good yield
- Seeds are sown directly on the bed or pot
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in the bed or pots
- Plastic wrap can be used for mulching purposes to control weed and water loss
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in pots
Snake Gourd Uses:
Snake gourds are rich in Vitamins A, B & C, calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and iodine.
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