Ash Gourd seeds - Vegetable Plant

Ash gourd seeds produce vigorous, warm-season annual vines with a spreading or climbing growth habit and large, broad leaves. These plants are well adapted to tropical and subtropical climates and thrive in warm conditions with a long growing season. Ash gourd performs best in full sunlight with well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for garden beds, open fields, and trellised systems, the plants establish quickly and produce large fruits during the growing season.

Features

• Vigorous vine with spreading or climbing growth
• Produces large fruits during development
• Suitable for open cultivation and trellised growing
• Adapted to warm, tropical climates
• Requires full sun and consistent moisture

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Benincasa hispida
• Common Name (US): Ash Gourd / Winter Melon / Wax Gourd
• Seed Type / Variety: Warm-season vine vegetable
• Growth Habit: Spreading or climbing annual vine
• USDA Zones: 7–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season: March to June (warm regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5–10 days at 22–30°C with moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high, consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 3–6 meters vine length; spread varies with space
• Plant Spacing: 90–150 cm between plants