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Indian Long Bitter Gourd Seeds for Planting

Indian Long Bitter Gourd Seeds for Planting

$16.89 USD
$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly into warm prepared soil

Use well-drained fertile soil enriched with compost

Plant seeds at appropriate depth (about half an inch) after frost risk has passed

Provide vertical trellis or support for climbing vines

Space plants to allow good airflow and growt

How to Grow

Ensure full sunlight throughout the day
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture
Apply organic compost or balanced fertilizer
Train vines on trellis for vertical growth

Remove weak shoots to encourage healthy development

Tips

Soak seeds before sowing to improve germination
Avoid planting in shaded or cool areas
Harvest bitter gourds while tender for best texture
Use mulch to retain soil moisture

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

green gourds

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Climbing vine

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Spring

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Distinct

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Indian Long Bitter Gourd Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

NON-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

vegetable


Indian Long Bitter Gourd, also known as Momordica charantia or Karela, is a traditional heirloom vegetable cultivated for its long slender green fruits with a characteristic bitter taste. Bitter gourd is valued in many cuisines for its unique flavour and nutritional properties. The vigorous vines perform well in warm climates and full sun, climbing trellises and providing continuous harvests for home gardeners and small farms.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Long

plant-height

Plant Height

180–300 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

9–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

30–45 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1–2 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000140774

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Indian Long Bitter Gourd produce long, deeply ridged fruits?

Yes. This heirloom variety is known for producing long, slender fruits with a distinctive ridged surface.

Does Indian Long Bitter Gourd grow best on a trellis?

Yes. Training the vigorous vines on a sturdy trellis improves air circulation, saves space, and makes harvesting easier.

Can Indian Long Bitter Gourd be grown in raised beds or large containers?

Yes. It performs well in raised beds and spacious containers with fertile, well-drained soil and full sun.

Will harvesting the fruits while they are young encourage continued production?

Yes. Regular harvesting of tender fruits encourages the vines to keep flowering and producing throughout the growing season.

Can Indian Long Bitter Gourd be used in a variety of cooked dishes?

Yes. The fruits are commonly used in curries, stir-fries, stuffed recipes, soups, and other traditional cooked dishes.

How is Indian Long Bitter Gourd different from smooth bitter melon varieties?

Indian Long Bitter Gourd produces long fruits with pronounced ridges and a textured surface, while smooth bitter melon varieties have a less ridged exterior and a different fruit appearance.