1) These are pure desi seeds
Snake gourd can easily grow in containers. The seed packet contains approximately 10 seeds.
Snake Gourd grows well in Tropical Countries. Snake gourd fruits are white or greenish-white in colour and long round having approx. 5 to 6 cm diameter and 100 to 120 cm long. Some short varieties are also being grown which will be having 4 cms diameter and 15 to 20 cm in length.
Seeds Per Packet: 8+ seeds.
Seeds Specifications
Common Name | Snake gourd, Padwal, Pudalagai Kootu |
Height | Up to 30 ft |
Flower Colour | White |
Bloom Time | Summer, Rainy season, Winter |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting And Care
- Water should be done before the soil feels dry
- Snake gourd can also be grown in containers around 5-gallon size
- Containers must have good drainage and can’t be moved once the vines attach tendrils to other objects
- Snake gourd cant survive in frost condition
Snake Gourd Chachinda 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
Sunlight | Full Sun |
Watering | Moderately |
Soil | Well-drained loamy soil with 6 to 7.5 pH level |
Temperature | 25 to 30 degrees C |
Fertilizer | vermicompost, neem cake, bone meal, |
Harvest Season | Summer, Rainy season, Winter |
Snake Gourd Special Feature
Snake gourd can be cultivated all over the world.
Snake Gourd Uses
Medicinal Use:
- Contain vitamins A, B, and C with minerals
Culinary Use:
- Tender fruits are used for cooking purposes
Container Specification:
- Take a Container/Grow bag with a minimum 12-inch height.
- Preferably 12X12 or 15X15 Or 12X15 inch Grow bags or even bigger as per requirement
Harvest:
- Harvesting of Snake Gourd can start after 60 days of sowing.
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