Long Green Snake Gourd Seeds – Vegetable Plant

Long Green Snake Gourd is a vigorous heirloom climbing vine grown for its long, slender green fruits and reliable production. Botanically known as Trichosanthes cucumerina, this warm-season vegetable thrives on trellises, fences, and garden supports. It produces attractive white fringed flowers followed by tender, edible fruits that are harvested young for the best flavor and texture. Its rapid growth and abundant harvests make it an excellent choice for home vegetable gardens.

Features

• Produces long, slender green edible fruits
• Fast-growing climbing vine with abundant yields
• Attractive white fringed flowers
• Ideal for trellises, fences, and garden arbors
• Excellent for home vegetable gardens
• Warm-season heirloom climbing variety
• Easy to grow and maintain

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Trichosanthes cucumerina
• Common Name (US): Long Green Snake Gourd, Snake Gourd, Serpent Gourd
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom Climbing Vegetable
• Growth Habit: Vigorous annual climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 9-11 (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days in warm, moist, well-drained soil (75-90°F / 24-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained, organic-rich loamy soil (pH 6.0-7.0)
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High; keep soil consistently moist without waterlogging
• Mature Plant Size: 10-20 feet long with support
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart