🌱 Basic product information
Variety name: Extra long sponge gourd seeds
Features: The fruit is slender, the skin is green and smooth, and the flesh is tender and sweet.
Germination rate: Up to 95%, easy to plant, suitable for family balconies, courtyards and small vegetable gardens.
Growth cycle: Mature in 60-80 days, and harvest full of fresh fruits.
Suitable season: Spring and summer are the best seasons for planting, and the suitable temperature range is 20-30℃.
🌿 Planting tips
Site selection and sowing:
- Choose sandy loam with plenty of sunlight and good drainage, and apply organic fertilizer in advance.
- Soak the seeds in warm water for 6-8 hours, and sow them after the seed coat is slightly soft.
- Put 2-3 seeds in each pit, cover with about 2 cm of soil, and water thoroughly.
Daily management:
- Watering: sponge gourd likes a humid environment, keep the soil moist, but avoid waterlogging.
- Fertilization: Apply compound fertilizer once every 2 weeks during the growth period, and increase phosphorus and potassium fertilizers during the flowering and fruiting period to promote fruit growth.
- Build a frame to guide vines: When the plant grows to 30 cm, set up a frame to guide vines to climb, which helps ventilation and light transmission and increases yield.
- Disease and pest control: Observe the leaves regularly, prevent aphids and downy mildew, and keep the plant growing healthily.
🍳 Cooking Tips
The long sponge gourd is not only visually appealing and tender but also rich in vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent choice for a healthy diet!
Stir-Fried Sponge Gourd: Peel and cut the sponge gourd into segments. Heat oil, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, add the sponge gourd, stir-fry, and season with salt and a pinch of chicken powder for a refreshing and delicious dish.
Sponge Gourd Egg Soup: Slice the sponge gourd and cook it with egg flower in a broth. It’s fresh, nutritious, and perfect for cooling down on hot days.
Steamed Sponge Gourd with Seafood: Cut the sponge gourd into segments, add shrimp or scallops, and steam with light soy sauce. The result is a sweet and savory flavor.
Braised Sponge Gourd with Tofu: Cook the sponge gourd and tofu together for a warm, nourishing dish suitable for all ages.
Processing
It usually takes 3-5 business days to prepare an order. If processing time take longer than that, an email will be sent to customer's registered email box.
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