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Bottle Gourd

Bottle Gourd

Lagenaria siceraria

Medium difficultySummer/MonsoonFruits & Vegetables
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
High
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Min pot size
16" pot
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Start from
Direct sowing or nursery 15 days

About Bottle Gourd

Bottle Gourd (Lauki) is an ultra-vigorous climbing vine that requires a massive, sturdy overhead pergola (bower) on the terrace. The root system is extensive and hungry, demanding a minimum 24-inch drum and heavy feeding. Improved varieties yield straight, uniform fruits without excessive leafiness.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
25-35°C
Heat stress above
40°C
Cold stress below
15°C
Humidity
High
Rain sensitivity
Medium

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–60
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 61–89
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 90–120

Common pests and diseases

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