Cannonball Gourd Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Cannonball Gourd is a vigorous warm-season vine known for its sprawling growth habit and round hard-shelled gourds. This ornamental and utility plant grows well in garden beds, trellised areas, and open field cultivation where full sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil are available. It adapts to warm climates and develops broad leafy vines throughout the growing season.

Features

• Produces round hard-shelled gourds
• Vigorous sprawling vine growth habit
• Suitable for garden beds and trellises
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Broad leafy vine development
• Suitable for ornamental garden cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lagenaria siceraria
• Common Name (US): Cannonball Gourd
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Gourd Seed
• Growth Habit: Annual trailing or climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 3-11 grown as annual
• Planting Season: Spring after frost
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: April to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 1-2 weeks in warm soil around 75-90°F (24-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 10-20 feet long, spreading vine
• Plant Spacing: 24-48 inches apart