Egg Gourd Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Egg Gourd is a warm-season annual vine that produces small, egg-shaped gourds in white, yellow, orange, or variegated forms. It grows well in full sun, warm soil, and well-drained conditions, and is commonly grown for ornamental use.

Features

• Small, egg-shaped ornamental gourds
• Vigorous annual vine growth
• Suitable for garden beds and trellises
• Warm-season growing habit
• Full-sun growing preference
• Useful for decorative displays and crafts
• Suitable for home gardens and containers with support

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera
• Common Name (US): Egg Gourd
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Gourd Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual climbing or trailing vine
• USDA Zones: 3–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: Spring to early summer
• Germination Time and Conditions: Approximately 5–10 days in warm, consistently moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 18–24 inches tall, with spreading vines
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 24–36 inches apart