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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 110 Days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Native: Asia or possibly Africa
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Vigorous vines can reach over 2' in length.
Variety Info: 12" long, light green gourd with pale black stripes, thicker at the bottom end, somewhat like a baseball bat.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks after average last frost, and when soil temperature is above 60°F.
When to Start Inside: Recommended for cold climates: 2 to 4 weeks before average last frost. Roots sensitive to disturbance; sow into biodegradable pots that can be directly planted in the ground.
Days to Emerge: 10 – 25 days
Seed Depth: ½"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"–18"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 12"–18"
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Growing Info
Harvesting: Hard-shelled gourds should remain in the garden as long as there is any life left in the vines. Some gourd growers leave gourds in the garden during the winter, which adds to their characteristics for craft projects. Use a sharp knife or pruners to cut stem leading to gourd, leaving 1"–3" of stem for a handle.
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Stratification and Scarification- Pam F.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars11/21/25Luffa seeds
Very challenging to grow successfully
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests11/24/25Hey Pam,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your honest experience with our Luffa Gourd Seeds! You're absolutely right - luffas can definitely be one of the more challenging plants to grow successfully. They're quite particular about their growing conditions and really need that long, warm season to reach maturity. We appreciate your candid feedback about the difficulty level, as it helps other gardeners know what they're getting into. Even experienced gardeners often find luffas to be a test of patience and skill!
Maybe this article will help if you decide to try again:
https://www.epicgardening.com/growing-luffa/Thanks for giving them a try and sharing your real-world experience with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- INDIRARated 1 out of 5 stars8/7/25Did not work out
I planted a bunch of seeds but unfortunately none germinated. I was excited on planting those. But will have to try again next year.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/8/25Hey Indira,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- LaAndreaRated 5 out of 5 stars8/5/255 Stars
Just got em cant wait to plant em
- cristiannaRated 5 out of 5 stars7/9/255 Stars
Seeds growing and I would have a whole lot more but a naughty little squirrel dug in my planter and destroyed some
- Katie L.Rated 5 out of 5 stars2/7/255 Stars
This was my first time growing luffa sponge and I had such a beautiful success with it. Four plants grew an amazing harvest. I’ve told all of my friends how fun & easy it was to grow, and I’ve shared my harvested luffa seeds and sponges as well. One luffa gives you hundreds of seeds and the sponge has been amazing to use in the shower. This is my new favorite plant!