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GOURD DISHCLOTH (EDIBLE LUFFA)
$5.00
Gourd ‘Dishcloth’ (Edible Luffa) 🧽
This dual-purpose plant produces long green gourds that can be eaten when young or left to mature into natural bath sponges. Tender immature fruits can be stir-fried or used in soups. Once fully dried, the fibrous interior makes an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic sponges. Vigorous vines require sturdy trellising.
Growing Instructions:
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Sun: Full sun
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Spacing: 24–36" apart
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Water: Regular moisture during fruiting
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Days to Maturity: 90–110 days
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Tip: For sponges, allow fruit to fully ripen and dry on the vine before harvesting.