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Botanical Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Also Known As: Lauki | Doodhi | Calabash | Birdhouse Gourd
Categories: Climbing Vegetables | Heirloom Seeds | Edible & Ornamental Plants | Summer Crops
Bottle gourd is a vigorous climbing vine that produces abundant, versatile fruit—perfect for both the kitchen and creative projects.
Young fruits are tender and mild in flavour, commonly used in soups, curries, and stir-fries. When left to mature, they harden into durable gourds ideal for crafts, containers, and decorative pieces.
A true dual-purpose plant that brings both function and beauty to the garden 🌿
Bottle gourds come in a range of shapes and sizes:
Each one offers something a little different—great for gardeners who love variety. Our
For eating, harvest young fruit at around 20–30cm while still tender.
If left to mature, the fruit becomes woody and can be dried for decorative use.
Bottle gourd thrives in warm conditions and grows quickly when given the right start.
Growing Tips:
Best sown: Spring into warm soil
Soil temperature: Ideally 20–30°C for strong germination
Suitable for temperate and tropical climates
Germination: 7–14 days
Harvest: 70–90 days (for young edible fruit)
To improve germination speed and success:
✔ Fast-growing and productive
✔ Edible when young, decorative when mature
✔ Ideal for vertical growing
✔ Great for warm climates
✔ A fun, versatile addition to any garden
Shipping
All items are posted on a Monday via Express Post with Australia Post. If Monday is a public holiday, they will be sent the following Tuesday or Monday depending on the destination. We aim to deliver healthy and happy seeds 🌱
Due to a short break, any orders placed between 16 June and 12 July will be posted on the 13 July.
As the plants slow down over winter, we're taking the opportunity to slow down a little too and enjoy a small break with the family.
We apologies for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and support of our small family farm.
Yana and Michae
