{"title":"Gourd Seeds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"cucuzzi-zuchetta-guinea-bean","title":"Cucuzzi (Zuchetta, Guinea Bean) Gourd","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"80\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3g or about ~20 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"609\" class=\"\"\u003eThis Italian heirloom, grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, produces pale green fruits up to 36 inches long. For the best tenderness, harvest at 6-12 inches. The fruits are milder than luffa and the bug-resistant plants make a great substitute for zucchini. Typically very vigorous, these plants can have a shorter season in colder, wetter conditions. The large, sprawling vines can grow up to 20 feet long and are best planted at the edge of the garden. At Monticello, they were grown up a sturdy 10-ft. tall wooden arbor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Exposure","offers":[{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":42027448008888,"sku":"SE-54503","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/products\/CucuzziCulinaryGourd_1024x1024_png.webp?v=1668703746"},{"product_id":"mig-cornucopia-gourd-mix","title":"Cornucopia Gourd Mix","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .sp-wrap { font-family: 'DM Sans', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif; color: #1a1a1a; }\n  .sp-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n  .sp-hero { text-align: center; padding: 0 0 2rem; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; margin-bottom: 2rem; }\n  .sp-hero p { font-size: 17px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.7; color: #2a2a2a; max-width: 580px; margin: 0 auto 1.25rem; }\n  .sp-pills { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; justify-content: center; }\n  .sp-pill { display: inline-block; background: #EAF3DE; color: #27500A; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 500; padding: 5px 14px; border-radius: 100px; }\n  .sp-pill-popular { display: inline-block; background: #FFECD1; color: #7D2000; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; padding: 5px 14px; border-radius: 100px; }\n  .sp-section { margin-bottom: 2.5rem; }\n  .sp-section-title { font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 1rem; }\n  .sp-stats-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(140px, 1fr)); gap: 10px; }\n  .sp-stat-card { padding: 14px 16px; background: #f7f7f5; border: 1px solid #e8e8e8; border-radius: 10px; text-align: center; }\n  .sp-stat-label { font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #888; font-weight: 500; margin-bottom: 4px; }\n  .sp-stat-value { font-size: 15px; font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a1a; }\n  .sp-divider { border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e8e8e8; margin: 2rem 0; }\n  .sp-tips { display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 10px; }\n  .sp-tip { display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; padding: 12px 16px; background: #f7f7f5; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; color: #555; }\n  .sp-tip-icon { font-size: 18px; flex-shrink: 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sp-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCornucopia Gourd Mix brings the full magic of fall harvest season right to your doorstep — a delightful assortment of thick-rinded, handheld miniature decorative gourds in a stunning variety of shapes, colors, and textures. Grow your own fall centerpieces, wreaths, and tabletop displays straight from the garden. Once dried, these gourds last for months and make charming, natural decorations that no store-bought display can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sp-pills\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sp-pill-popular\"\u003e🔥 Most Popular\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sp-pill\"\u003eOpen-Pollinated\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sp-pill\"\u003eHeirloom\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sp-pill\"\u003eWarm Season\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sp-pill\"\u003eDecorative\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sp-section-title\"\u003eSeed specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stats-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e95 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eSeed Quantity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e20 seeds\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eGrowing Zones\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e3 to 11\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eSeason\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003eWarm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eSun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003ePlanting Depth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e1\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eGermination\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e7 to 14 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-label\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-stat-value\"\u003e24 to 36\" apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sp-divider\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sp-section-title\"\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sp-tips\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-tip-icon\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003eDirect sow after last frost when soil is warm, or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks early. Plant in hills of 2 to 3 seeds and thin to the strongest plant. Gourds need a long, warm season to mature fully.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-tip-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003eGive vines plenty of room to sprawl, or train them up a sturdy trellis to save space and keep gourds off the ground. Trellised gourds often develop more uniform shapes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-tip-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003eWater consistently through the growing season, then reduce watering as gourds approach maturity. Dry conditions at the end of the season help harden the rinds for longer-lasting decorations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sp-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sp-tip-icon\"\u003e🍂\u003c\/span\u003eHarvest when stems have fully dried and turned brown. Cure in a warm, dry, well-ventilated spot for several weeks. Wipe with a diluted bleach solution to prevent mold during curing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538262995128,"sku":"MI-GOU04","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/GOU3_Cornucopia_gourd_72e7c4c0-e6cf-40f4-b958-8389823cfb01.jpg?v=1747147120"},{"product_id":"mig-birdhouse-gourd","title":"Birdhouse Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95-110\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow a birdhouse! Birdhouse gourds have been used for centuries by aboriginal tribes in Africa and are still used today to create homes for birds. The gourds once fully dry will have the seeds able to shake loose, then be dumped out of the hole you make for the entrance. The gourds can even be painted for additional fun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538263093432,"sku":"MI-GOU02","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/gou02birdhouse_gourd_4d3dbd04-afb3-400a-bd57-dcfa57fd6c39.jpg?v=1747146977"},{"product_id":"mig-pear-bi-color-gourd","title":"Bi-Color Pear Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bi-Color Pear Gourd is a striking and distinctive gourd variety with an elongated body. Its captivating contrast of green and cream-colored stripes, creating a visually appealing pattern reminiscent of a ripe pear. This ornamental gourd serves as a stunning addition to fall and harvest decor, whether showcased in centerpieces or as a decorative accent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538325909688,"sku":"MI-GOU06","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/GOU06peargourd.jpg?v=1747146966"},{"product_id":"mig-crown-of-thorns-shenot-gourd","title":"Crown of Thorns Shenot Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Crown of Thorns Shenot Gourd is an extraordinary and captivating gourd variety known for its remarkable appearance. This gourd has rich, earthy tones, marbled with dark and light shades, including orange, white, yellow, lime green, and dark green, adding to its allure. While primarily used as an ornamental piece, it is often displayed as a centerpiece or decorative item.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538325975224,"sku":"MI-GOU05","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/gou05-Crown-of-Thorns-Gourd.jpg?v=1747147132"},{"product_id":"luffa-culinary-gourd","title":"Luffa Culinary Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 65 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity: Approximately 3 g, or about ~20 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLuffa. Culinary. Gourd, 3 g. The young gourds are edible and make a great zucchini substitute. Best eaten at 1 in. diameter or less. Mature, dark green 14-24 in. fruits may be retted (soaked in water to soften while the soft tissue breaks down). Once retting is complete, they are cleaned and ready to use as sponges or filters. Vines have pretty, bright yellow flowers. Gourds. Please refer to our. Gourd. Growing. Guide for cultural information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Exposure","offers":[{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":52272945266872,"sku":"SE-54501","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/luffa-gourd-0bef193913cf7e5f73abf890106102ae.jpg?v=1778797508"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/collections\/GOU01_luffa_gourd_b8a29ed6-054d-4553-8e3e-bbed7678afb1.jpg?v=1747860069","url":"https:\/\/seedtime.us\/collections\/gourds.oembed","provider":"Seedtime Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}