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Bottle Gourd
Lagenaria siceraria
Medium difficultySummer/MonsoonSpringFruits & 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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Companion plants for Bottle Gourd
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