Bottle Gourd, commonly known Lauki / Doodhi in India, is a wonderful vine rich in essential vitamins and nutrients which is grown for its fruit. Made up of about 92% water, and packed with Vitamin C, K , Calcium amongst many other nutrients, the bottle gourd is one healthy vegetable you must add to your kitchen garden!
Lights, Water, Action
Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!
Light
Full Sunlight
Watering
Water everyday
Where to grow
Balcony or terrace
Time Till Harvest
8-10 weeks
Seasonal Information
Summer
Growth stages
One step at a time, with a lil water and light.
Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in well composted soil
Space the seedlings 100cm by 100cm
Germination will take place in 6-8 days
Harvest in 55-60 days from sowing
Sow, Grow, Reap
Good things take time and care
Sowing
Bottle gourd seeds can be grown in containers or on raised beds.
If you opt for growing bottle gourd in a container, choose a circular pots or grow bag with 16” diameter and minimum depth of 8-10 inches.
Make sure your container has proper drainage holes at the bottom
Ideal growing medium for bottle gourd seeds is 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure.
Fill your container with the growth medium of your choice.
Sow 2 seeds at the centre of a pot.
On raised beds, sow two seeds per spot in a spacing of 3 x 3 ft.
Place your seeds on the surface of the medium and use the inside with the tip of a pencil and cover the surface with growing medium.
Water the sown seed bed immediately by a light shower with a watering can.
Before sowing the seeds, add good quality organic manure in the soil with 2:1 ratio. Organic manure can be well rotten cow dung manure, farmyard manure, Compost or Vermicompost.
Caring
Your bottle gourd seeds will germinate within the first 6 - 8 days. You will notice tiny sprouts growing at this stage.
Second week onwards, seedlings will start growing into a small plant.
After the second week, keep only single seedling at one spot, Cut off the weak, small & lagging seedlings with a pair of scissors.
Bottle gourds require full sunlight to grow. Make sure that your raised beds and containers get sufficient sunlight.
Water your potted Bottle Gourd plant every day in summer.
For an even shower use a Watering can to water your plants or use a drip irrigation system.
Being an aggressive climber, bottle gourd needs a lot of space to grow. So develop a strong trellis support up to height of 5-6 ft, by using locally available material like pipes, bamboo, ropes, wires etc. for your Bottle Gourd plant.
When your bottle gourd plant is more than 45 days old, provide one tablespoon of 15:15:15 (NPK) Fertilizer per plant or mix handful of Vermicompost in the soil around each plant.
Keep an eye out for early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections and spray appropriate medicines.
By the end of second month (50-60 days after sowing), bottle gourd climber will start flowering.
Raw bottle gourd can be harvested 2 months after sowing the seeds. Harvesting season can continue for next 3 months.
Common Problems
Bottle gourd plant is not growing fruits. Insufficient pollination is a big factor that can hamper the growth of bottle gourds. If sufficient pollination does not take place, the female flower will grow initially, but will die and fall off eventually. To increase pollination you can opt for hand pollination using a brush. Why are my bottle gourd seedlings wilting? Overwatering is the main cause for wilting. Too much water can drown your seedlings and deprive their roots of air, which leads to wilting and your seedlings might eventually die. Why are my Bottle gourd seeds not germinating? Growing conditions like moisture, improper soil temperature, over watering or under watering can all be a reason why your seeds are not germinating.
Spill the tea
All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended
Plants with benefits
The Bottle Gourd is every dietician’s favourite vegetable. This versatile vegetable is made up of almost 90% water, which means it is very low in calories. Along with being a low calorie vegetable, bottle gourd has negligible amount of fats, high fibre content and a wide array of other essential nutrients. The bottle gourd is also extremely low in carbohydrates and has a very low glycaemic index making is suitable to be consumed by diabetic people too! Being alkaline, it is a great vegetable to add to your diet if you are battling any urinary infections.
What you get
100 grams of Bottle Gourd contains just about 15 calories. This low calorie wonder is packed with both soluble and insoluble fibre which is helpful in keeping your gut flora healthy. It is low in saturated fats, and high in Vitamin C, Riboflavin, zinc, thiamine, iron, magnesium and manganese. It also contains other essential minerals like sodium and potassium .
Green trivia
1.Bottle Gourd is also known as bottle squash and calabash gourd.
2.Bottle gourd is one of the lowest calorie vegetables.
3.The tender leaves and tendrils of the bottle gourd plant are also edible
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I am quiet fond of vegetables gardening and doing it from years .Would like to share the experience. It was amazing to see the germination rate and growth of the plant .The size and the quality of the bottle gourd was beyond my expectations. Appreciate the quality and services your guys are providing. Read Less
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Frequently Asked Questions
What growing medium should I use to grow Bottle Gourd seeds?
Ideal growing medium to grow bottle gourd seeds is 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure.
How often should I water Bottle Gourd?
Water your potted Bottle Gourd plant every day in summer.
How much sunlight does bottle gourd need?
Bottle gourd prefers full sunlight.
What is Bottlegourd (Round) also known as?
Bottlegourd (Round) is commonly known as Opo Squash, White gourd and regionally in India it is also known as Lauki, Ghia, Suraikai, Sorakaya, Aanapakaya, Halu, Kumbal kai, Dudhi, Dhave dudhi, Gharduddi.
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Bottle Gourd, commonly known Lauki / Doodhi in India, is a wonderful vine rich in essential vitamins and nutrients which is grown for its fruit. Made up of about 92% water, and packed with Vitamin C, K , Calcium amongst many other nutrients, the bottle gourd is one healthy vegetable you must add to your kitchen garden!54.2add-to-cartNoAll Seasons, Monsoon, Summer, Winter50 Seeds<section class="growthStages section-container">
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<h2>Growth stages</h2>
<p>One step at a time, with a lil water and light.</p>
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<p>Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in well composted soil</p>
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<p>Space the seedlings 100cm by 100cm</p>
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<p>Germination will take place in 6-8 days</p>
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<p>Harvest in 55-60 days from sowing</p>
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<h2>Spill the tea</h2>
<p>All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended</p>
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<h2>Plants with benefits</h2>
<p>The Bottle Gourd is every dietician’s favourite vegetable. This versatile vegetable is made up of almost 90% water, which means it is very low in calories. Along with being a low calorie vegetable, bottle gourd has negligible amount of fats, high fibre content and a wide array of other essential nutrients. The bottle gourd is also extremely low in carbohydrates and has a very low glycaemic index making is suitable to be consumed by diabetic people too! Being alkaline, it is a great vegetable to add to your diet if you are battling any urinary infections. </p>
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<h2>What you get</h2>
<p> 100 grams of Bottle Gourd contains just about 15 calories. This low calorie wonder is packed with both soluble and insoluble fibre which is helpful in keeping your gut flora healthy. It is low in saturated fats, and high in Vitamin C, Riboflavin, zinc, thiamine, iron, magnesium and manganese. It also contains other essential minerals like sodium and potassium .</p>
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<h2>Green trivia</h2>
<p><b>1.</b>Bottle Gourd is also known as bottle squash and calabash gourd.</p>
<p><b>2.</b>Bottle gourd is one of the lowest calorie vegetables.</p>
<p><b>3.</b>The tender leaves and tendrils of the bottle gourd plant are also edible</p>
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<h2>What growing medium should I use to grow Bottle Gourd seeds?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Ideal growing medium to grow bottle gourd seeds is 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure.</p>
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<h2>How often should I water Bottle Gourd?<span></span></h2>
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<p> Water your potted Bottle Gourd plant every day in summer.</p>
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<h2>How much sunlight does bottle gourd need?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Bottle gourd prefers full sunlight. </p>
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<h2>What is Bottlegourd (Round) also known as?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Bottlegourd (Round) is commonly known as Opo Squash, White gourd and regionally in India it is also known as Lauki, Ghia, Suraikai, Sorakaya, Aanapakaya, Halu, Kumbal kai, Dudhi, Dhave dudhi, Gharduddi.</p>
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<h2>Sow, Grow, Reap</h2>
<p>Good things take time and care</p>
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<h3>Sowing</h3>
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<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Bottle gourd seeds can be grown in containers or on raised beds. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">If you opt for growing bottle gourd in a container, choose a circular pots or grow bag with 16” diameter and minimum depth of 8-10 inches.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Make sure your container has proper drainage holes at the bottom </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Ideal growing medium for bottle gourd seeds is 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Fill your container with the growth medium of your choice. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Sow 2 seeds at the centre of a pot.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">On raised beds, sow two seeds per spot in a spacing of 3 x 3 ft.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Place your seeds on the surface of the medium and use the inside with the tip of a pencil and cover the surface with growing medium.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Water the sown seed bed immediately by a light shower with a watering can.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Before sowing the seeds, add good quality organic manure in the soil with 2:1 ratio. Organic manure can be well rotten cow dung manure, farmyard manure, Compost or Vermicompost.</li></p>
</ul>
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<h3>Caring</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Your bottle gourd seeds will germinate within the first 6 - 8 days. You will notice tiny sprouts growing at this stage.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Second week onwards, seedlings will start growing into a small plant.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">After the second week, keep only single seedling at one spot, Cut off the weak, small & lagging seedlings with a pair of scissors.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Bottle gourds require full sunlight to grow. Make sure that your raised beds and containers get sufficient sunlight. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Water your potted Bottle Gourd plant every day in summer.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">For an even shower use a Watering can to water your plants or use a drip irrigation system.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Being an aggressive climber, bottle gourd needs a lot of space to grow. So develop a strong trellis support up to height of 5-6 ft, by using locally available material like pipes, bamboo, ropes, wires etc. for your Bottle Gourd plant.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">When your bottle gourd plant is more than 45 days old, provide one tablespoon of 15:15:15 (NPK) Fertilizer per plant or mix handful of Vermicompost in the soil around each plant. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Keep an eye out for early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections and spray appropriate medicines. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">By the end of second month (50-60 days after sowing), bottle gourd climber will start flowering.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Raw bottle gourd can be harvested 2 months after sowing the seeds. Harvesting season can continue for next 3 months.</li></p>
</ul>
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<h3>Common Problems</h3>
<p><b>Bottle gourd plant is not growing fruits. </b><br>
<span>Insufficient pollination is a big factor that can hamper the growth of bottle gourds. If sufficient pollination does not take place, the female flower will grow initially, but will die and fall off eventually. To increase pollination you can opt for hand pollination using a brush. </span><br>
<b>Why are my bottle gourd seedlings wilting?</b><br>
<span> Overwatering is the main cause for wilting. Too much water can drown your seedlings and deprive their roots of air, which leads to wilting and your seedlings might eventually die.</span><br>
<b>Why are my Bottle gourd seeds not germinating?</b><br>
<span>Growing conditions like moisture, improper soil temperature, over watering or under watering can all be a reason why your seeds are not germinating. </span></p>
</div>
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<h2>Lights, Water, Action</h2>
<p>Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!</p>
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<h4>Light </h4>
<p>Full Sunlight</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/watering_icon.png"" title="Water Once A Week" alt="Water Once A Week">
<h4>Watering</h4>
<p>Water everyday</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/wheretogrow_icon.png" title="Indoor" alt="Indoor">
<h4>Where to grow</h4>
<p>Balcony or terrace</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/timetillharvest_icon.png" title="Average Warmth" alt="Average Warmth">
<h4>Time Till Harvest </h4>
<p>8-10 weeks</p>
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<h4>Seasonal Information</h4>
<p>Summer</p>
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</section>Pyramid SeedsGourdsAll Time, Jan to March, June to Aug, Oct to NovBalcony, Lawn-Backyard, Terrace10 g15 cm10 cm1 cmApprox. 54 to 60 Seeds10 gm1.5 to 2 Kg/Acre100 cm x 100 cm6 to 8 days from sowingVegetable Mix 5 g Per Plant | Organic - Neemcake or vermicompost 10 g Per PlantJune - Sept, Feb - May18 to 20 ton /Acre
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