{"product_id":"luffa-sponge-gourd-seeds-35-seeds-perfect-for-planting-and-gifting","title":"Luffa Sponge Gourd Seeds 35+ Seeds - Perfect for Planting and Gifting","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 35+ Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: As picture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBuy 2 Get 1 Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuffa is an unusual plant that produces edible fruits. It is native to India, but is now grown in many parts of the world. The fruit is usually harvested when young and immature, and is eaten like a vegetable. The mature fruit is dried, and the seeds inside can be used to make a popular powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe luffa plant is a fast-growing vine that can reach heights of 10-20 feet. Its leaves are large and heart-shaped, and its flowers are small and yellow. The fruits are sponge-like and can reach 8-10 inches in length. They have a light green color when ripe, and a mild, sweet taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe luffa seeds have a variety of uses. They are often ground into a powder and used as a thickening agent in soups and sauces. The powder can also be used as a seasoning or as an ingredient in breads and other baked goods. The powder is said to have a mild, nutty flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe luffa is also used to make a unique type of scrubbing tool. The dried fruit is cut into strips and then woven together to form a coarsely textured pad. This is used to scrub dishes, pans, and other surfaces, and is even used in some spas for exfoliating treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, the luffa plant is also used medicinally. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used in some cultures to treat skin disorders and wounds. It is also said to have laxative effects, and is sometimes taken to reduce fevers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Your : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Soak in water for 24 to 48 hours before you t them. This allows moisture to penetrate the coat and leads to swelling of the ’s parts to spur germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Find a location with well-drained, organic-rich, sandy or silt loam and with a minimum average temperature of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the t’s early growth. The most favorable temperature range is between 75 to 80 degrees. The t should ideally receive six hours of sun per.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Till the soil to rid it of weeds and to increase air circulation. Apply compost to the soil after tilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Place two or three in a hole about ½ to 1 inch deep in the soil along a fence or under a 6-foot-tall trellis form. The holes should be 15 to 23 inches apart and rows 3 to 5 feet apart.You can also start in small plastic pots in a commercial soil mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll orders Free Shipping and Buy 2 Get 1 Free. Normally North American delivery time will take 7-14 days (shipping delays due to large orders will add 1-3 weeks depending on time). Other areas please wait 14-28 days for the order to arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRETURN POLICY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seeds World Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41281593049148,"sku":"Seeds-412024-17480","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/6495\/2636\/files\/948197452xx99xxLuffax68xSpongex68xGourdx68xSeedsx68x10x68xSeeds.jpg?v=1712306706","url":"https:\/\/www.seedworldgarden.com\/products\/luffa-sponge-gourd-seeds-35-seeds-perfect-for-planting-and-gifting","provider":"Seeds World Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}