The hairy skin gourd has become very popular in Southern Asia. Fruits are uniform in shape and 1.5-2.0 Kg. in weight, with green skin and thick/firm white flesh. Shaped like a cucumber with splotchy green skin, this âhairy gourdâ has a light, neutral flavor like a zucchini, which makes it a versatile cucurbit to cook with. It can also be pickled or used to make a refreshing drink.
The fuzzy covering on young gourds, which have the best texture, can be removed by scrubbing or peeling. Plants are vigorous and high-yield. The flesh is very tender and well flavored, excellent for soups and stir-fry.
Planting season: Late spring/early summer Germination: 7-14 days Seed depth:1â Germination temp: 86-90F Optimal temp: 68-86F Seed Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 48-72" Sunlight: Full sun Soil: Rich, well-drained Maturity: Approx. 55-65 days
yes id did buy and receive bamboo seeds from you. i planted same and now cautiously await some indication the sprouting will begin. we are in northern nj where it is quite cold so i am keeping the plantings in a planter system we use for seedlings. only time luck and patience will tell the ultimate story. if the seeds come to be small plants we will replant into pots until spring and after that we are guardedly optimistic. thanks for the request and service. stewart a farber
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.