The Gourds

Bushel produces gigantic size gourds that can grow up to 5 feet in diameter, the size of a bushel basket, and can weigh as much as 100 lbs. Impress you neighbors by growing a giant gourd.

Dipper gourds have been used for years to dry out and use for many different ideas. Very easy to grow in the summer time heat. One of the most beautiful and fall themed gourds we have.

Caveman's Club gourd can grow to 18″ long with a narrow handle that ends in an oblong, deeply veined and ridged club. Trellising the vines helps to ensure straight necks. Resembles the primitive caveman's club.

Can also be painted red or made into birdhouses. Big Apple is great for ornamental uses. Produces 8-inch fruit that looks just like giant apples! Great for crafts and fall displays.

Ideal for selling at fall markets for decorating or painting once dried. Beautiful swan shaped gourd. Speckled Swan is a long-neck, 12-16″, that curves and enlarges at the end to resemble a swan.

Large Gourd Mix is a consistent mix of large size gourds in all shapes, sizes & colors. Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Long neck makes a perfect handle.

When dried, the fibrous flesh can be used for bath sponges. (Luffa aegyptiaca) 4,700 seeds/lb.; 10-15 days, 70-75°F. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Apple is a popular apple shaped gourd with crafters and makes an excellent roadside stand product.

They are often tiered along a trellis or fence to save space. Known as luffa or sponge gourd, this native to China is edible when very young. Plant after frost danger when soil warms to 65°F.

They are often tiered along a trellis or fence to save space. Pepo 85-110 days. Plant after frost danger when soil warms to 65°F. Requires uniform irrigation totaling 15-20 inches of water during the growing season.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Dry and use as decoration, birdhouses, etc.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. It is a hideously wonderful addition to fall displays and crafting.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Small bulb at the stem end gives good semblance of a head.

Cucumber beetles and squash bugs. The different varieties of L. A fun addition to the fall decorating season. Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location Overall Rating:.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Various shapes & colors.

Crafters love its unusual shape. (Lagenaria siceraria) 1,700 seeds/lb.; 10-15 days, 70-75°F. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. Various shapes & colors.

(Curcurbita pepo) 2,500 seeds/lb.; 10-15 days, 70-75°F. They are adorable in fall displays, make fascinating toys and are cute Christmas tree decorations too. Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost.

Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field in warm climates after soil temperature is 72°F. A very decorative fruit.

They are often tiered along a trellis or fence to save space. Siceraria 95 days. Plant after frost danger when soil warms to 65°F. Requires uniform irrigation totaling 15-20 inches of water during the growing season.

Vines spread 12 ft. Start outdoors after last frost. This unusual and hard-to-find gourd resembles a goose, hence its name! Beautiful fresh or dried for attractive fall and winter decorations.

Vines spread 12 ft. Large, bottle-shaped fruits make novel bird houses. Attractive fall and winter decorations.

Thin to 1 plant per container/cell with scissors. Handle seedlings carefully; minimal root disturbance is best.Sow in late spring, when soil temperature is at least 70°F/21°C, and frost danger has passed.