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Bushel Basket Gourd
(Lagenaria siceraria)


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Description:
Bushel basket gourd is a long season annual vining plant. The vines can grow 10 feet plus and fruit matures to about 2 feet in width. Many grow bushel basket gourds plant for their large fruit; which can be dried and used for birdhouses or small baskets. This plant grows easily in Florida with little pest problems.

​Growing:
  • ​annual (long season)
  • full sun
  • ​moist well draining soil
  • moderate water
  • harvest: fruit ​

Notes:
  • allow fruit to dry before using
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