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Gourd Bitter Melon World Kitchen Seeds
Approx 10 seeds
A warm-climate vine originating from South India, Bitter Melon is widely used in Asian cuisines. This Indian-style gourd is narrow and short with pointed ends, featuring cucumber-like crunchy flesh and a distinct bitter flavour. Its edible skin has jagged ridges, and the fruits are prized for both their taste and nutritional value.
How To Grow
Sow seeds 6mm deep into damp soil, firm down gently and keep moist. Can be sown directly where they are to grow or started in seed trays of seed raising mix. Seedlings emerge in 10–14 days. Provide canes or a trellis to support the vigorous vine. Keep moist and feed every 2–3 weeks.
When To Plant
Spring and Summer, Autumn in warmer climates.
Harvest
12–14 weeks.
Sow
Spring, Summer.
Soil Type
Compost-enriched, well-cultivated, well-drained soil.
Important Note
These seeds may be treated with a fungicide (Thiram or Apron XL). Do not eat the seeds or feed them to animals. Fungicide treatment is an AQIS requirement for certain varieties of seeds. It does not affect your crops or harm beneficial insects such as bees. If your packet has been treated it will be clearly marked, and the seeds will be dyed a distinct colour.
