Growing Speckled Swan Gourd Vegetable Garden Seeds

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Growing Directions:

Plant after all danger of frost has passed as you would large winter squash or pumpkins. Plant seeds or starts in clusters or 'hills' 2 to 3 seeds or a single start per hill with 5-8 feet between hills both directions. Hills can be slightly raised to improve drainage in wet climates. Alternately, plant 2-3 feet apart in rows 4-6 feet apart. Harvest in fall after the shell gets hard. Allow to cure for 1-2 weeks in warm dry place before painting.

Facts:

One of many gourds in the bottle gourd group, this strain can be grown suspended from a fence or support to straighten the neck or handle. Although edible, the flavor is not impressive.

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Seeds Per Package:

• 2 g - Approximately 12 Seeds
• 1/4 oz - Approximately 44 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 175 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 700 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 2,800 Seeds

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