{"product_id":"bitter-gourd-seeds-india-hybrid-kz","title":"Bitter Gourd Seed Packet - India Hybrid","description":"\u003cp\u003e40-55 Days to Maturity (after transplanting). \u003cem\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e ’India’. India Bitter Gourd Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season, annual, hybrid. The India-type bitter melon has dark green skin; this hybrid's 6-8 inch fruits are heavily warted. The spindle-shaped melons taper at both ends and are generally narrower than a Chinese-type bitter melon. Growers prefer this variety for its early maturity and long-lasting, generous yield. Bitter gourds are packed with nutrients and are recommended as a healthy food by the American Diabetic Association. The young fruits and the immature shoots and leaves are edible. Approx 125 seeds \/ oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBitter Gourd Seeds - India - Hybrid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘India’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40-55 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36-48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines up to 15 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter gourd plants adjust easily to a variety of soil types but demand plenty of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-90?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch out for slug damage, particularly young stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndia Bitter Gourd Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndia Bitter Gourd Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter when raw but mild and pleasant once processed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karella, bitter cucumber, balsam pear, alligator pear, margose, ku gua, goya, jin li zhi, lao pu tao, fu kwa, reishi, niga uri, kiuri, bright beautiful lichee, or ugly grape gourd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow India Bitter Gourd\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant outside in early summer when the risk of frost is well past. Bitter gourd seeds demand temperatures of at least 65°F (18°C) to germinate. For optimal results, wait until it is consistently warm before direct sowing outdoors. For improved germination rates, pre-sprout seeds indoors by soaking them in water for 24hrs. Wrap the seeds in a wet paper towel and keep them warm (between 75-85°F). For more detailed information, see our article about sprouting hard gourd seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain the moisture in the soil throughout the growing season. Add additional fertilizer if needed; train to climb a vertical support for more air circulation and an easy harvest. Hand pollination is a must for high yields. To lessen the bitterness and delay the ripening process, protect the developing fruits from direct sunlight with a paper bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting India Bitter Gourd\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest this variety when it is between 4 and 8 inches long. Remove the bitter gourds from the plant before they are ripe and when they are still firm. Once they begin to ripen, they overmature quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese gourds can be very bitter when uncooked. To prepare it, remove the seeds and pith and then cook or salt the slices. Popular in Indian dishes, it is often prepared with potatoes and served with yogurt to offset the bitter flavor. The young shoots and leaves should be parboiled and rinsed before being boiled or sauteed like greens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ENN4PxRCEoY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-germinate-difficult-gourd-seeds\"\u003e\"How To Germinate Hard Gourd Seeds\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeeds Per Package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 g packet - Approximately 9 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"2g Packet","offer_id":50290367561965,"sku":"58829","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/TLCN-60086-Gourd_Bitter_-_India_Hybrid_0c2dbd59-c1fd-43bf-95c9-81cd9fb29808.webp?v=1784159005","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/bitter-gourd-seeds-india-hybrid-kz","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}