{"product_id":"speckled-swan-gourd-seeds-bottle-gourds-ornamental-gourds-35-seeds-lagenaria-siceraria-perfect-for-planting-and","title":"Speckled Swan Gourd Seeds, Bottle Gourds, Ornamental Gourds, 35+ Seeds , , Lagenaria Siceraria - Perfect for Planting and","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\u003e1. Lagenaria Siceraria is a species of edible gourd native to tropical Africa. The fruit is commonly known as calabash or bottle gourd, and is used for a variety of culinary and medicinal purposes. It is also grown ornamentally for its attractive, round-shaped fruits, which can be harvested when young and tender. The vine grows quickly and can reach heights of up to 15 feet. The leaves are large and heart-shaped, and the flowers are creamy white\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Calabash is a very versatile vegetable that can be used to make a variety of dishes. It can be boiled, steamed, fried, or baked, and its flavour is enhanced when it is cooked with herbs and spices. The mature fruits can be dried and used for storage and later cooked whole. The tender young fruits are eaten raw, and can also be used to make soups, stews, curries, and stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Calabash is a great source of vitamins and minerals, and is especially rich in vitamin C, folate, and iron. It is also low in calories and contains no cholesterol. Studies have also shown that the extract from the plant can help reduce inflammation and may have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Lagenaria Siceraria has been used medicinally for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. The juice of the fruit can be used to treat stomach ailments, skin disorders, and even snakebites. The leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to help with headaches, colds, and fevers. The plant is also used to make a poultice for wounds and boils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. The calabash plant is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and requires little water. The plant should be pruned regularly to keep it from becoming too rampant. It is also important to harvest the fruits when they are young and tender to ensure the best flavour and texture.\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":41283362881596,"sku":"Seeds-412024-20014","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/6495\/2636\/files\/1020121674xx99xxSpeckledx68xSwanx68xGourdx68xSeeds_2Cx68xBottlex68xGourds_2Cx68xOrnamentalx68xGourds_2Cx68x20x68xSeedsx68xHeirloom_2Cx68xNonx68xGMO_2Cx68xlagenariax68xsiceraria_846a3207-b0a4-421c-bc86-0aee512c4eea.jpg?v=1712653731","url":"https:\/\/www.seedworldgarden.com\/products\/speckled-swan-gourd-seeds-bottle-gourds-ornamental-gourds-35-seeds-lagenaria-siceraria-perfect-for-planting-and","provider":"Seeds World Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}