Bushel Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria)
The Bushel is a huge decorative gourd! Bushel gourds produce enormous gourds with a diameter of up to 3-5 feet, the size of a bushel basket, and a weight of up to 100 pounds. This gourd variety is fantastic for crafts. Grow this massive gourd to impress your neighbours!
Botanical Name : Lagenaria siceraria
Common name : Bushel Gourd
Size at maturity : 36”- 48”
Days to maturity : 125
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : spring
Sowing method : direct sow/ indoor sow
Planting depth : 1”
Plant spacing : 24”-36”
Ships : Year-round
Average seeds per ounce : Approx. 100