Snake gourd can easily grow in containers. The seed packet contains approximately 15 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 cms diameter and 100 to 150 cms long. Some short varieties are also being grown which will be having 4 cms diameter and 15 to 20 cms in length.
Each Packet Contains 10 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 soil feels dry
- 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 small 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 degree C |
Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
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 vitamin A, B, and C with minerals
Culinary Use:
cooking
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