Luffa Sponge Gourd

$1.89

Luffa is a very practical and useful gourd, which can be used for bathing, filtering and cleaning. It grows 1′-2′ in length and 4″-5″ in thickness and also has a green exterior. When immature, the interior is cucumber-like. As it ripens, it develops a network of fibres that surround many flat, blackish seeds. Can be grown on a trellis or fence. If grown on the ground, put a layer or mulch underneath the fruits to prevent decay.

Garden Tip: The fruits should be soaked for several days and then peeled. Once cleaned, the sponges should be bleached and then dried in the sun.

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Description

Luffa is a very practical and useful gourd, which can be used for bathing, filtering and cleaning. It grows 1′-2′ in length and 4″-5″ in thickness and also has a green exterior. When immature, the interior is cucumber-like. As it ripens, it develops a network of fibres that surround many flat, blackish seeds. Can be grown on a trellis or fence. If grown on the ground, put a layer or mulch underneath the fruits to prevent decay.

Garden Tip: The fruits should be soaked for several days and then peeled. Once cleaned, the sponges should be bleached and then dried in the sun.

Type: Annual

Light: Sun

Days to Germination: 10-20 days

Maturity: 150-200 days

 

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