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Ivy Gourd
Coccinia grandis. 60 days. Open-pollinated.
 
Ivy Gourd, also known as Scarlet Gourd, is a fast-growing perennial vine native to Africa and Asia.
 
Plant grows to about 10 to 15 feet in length and produces small, 2 to 3 inch long, oval-shaped fruits that start green and ripen to a bright red color. Flavor is mild and slightly tangy, with young fruits commonly used in stir-fries, curries, and for pickling.
 

Ivy Gourd

SKU: GD017
$3.50Price
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  • Growth Chart

    Hardiness Zones: 9 to 12
    Light Requirement: Full sun
    Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, clay, well-drained
    Sow Depth: 1 inch
    Plant Spacing: 3 to 5 feet
    Germination Temp: 70ºF or higher
    Germination Time: 7 to 14 days
    Maturation: 60 days

  • Growing Tips

    Direct sow in spring once soil temperature has warmed to between 70 and 90 degrees F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 3 to 5 feet apart. Keep soil moist until germination, which should occur within 7 to 14 days.

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