{"product_id":"10-seeds-bushel-gourd-lagenaria-siceraria-heirloom","title":"10 Seeds Bushel Gourd Lagenaria siceraria Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bushel Gourd is a classic bottle gourd variety grown for its enormous, round, thick-walled fruits that can reach bushel-basket size. These vigorous vines produce heavy green gourds with a smooth, hard shell that matures to tan, making them a striking feature in any garden and a favorite for crafting, drying, and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBushel Gourds are grown as ornamental and utilitarian plants, valued for their impressive size and durable shells once dried. The young fruits can be used in culinary dishes, while mature gourds are commonly hollowed and fashioned into bowls, birdhouses, containers, and seasonal decor. Vines are vigorous and sprawling, so give them room to climb or ramble across the ground.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Lagenaria siceraria\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Bushel Gourd\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Annual vine\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Vigorous trailing\/climbing\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, fertile loam\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: 100-120 days\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 2-11 as annual\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 7-14 days at 70-85F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil warms\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 36-60 inches apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Fruits are heavy, provide strong support for climbing vines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67664780624008,"sku":"ANNISA-104","price":31.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/il_fullxfull.8055722456_1318_c3343cc5-c769-4ab4-8cb7-bf055708483a.jpg?v=1791899033","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-bushel-gourd-lagenaria-siceraria-heirloom","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}