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Ridge Gourd Seeds (Shirali)

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Growing tips for Ridge Gourd
1. Ridge gourd is a warm-weather crop that requires full sun, well-drained soil, and plenty of water.
2. Plant ridge gourd in a sunny spot with soil that has been amended with organic matter.
3. Plant the gourd seeds 1 inch deep in rows 2-3 feet apart.
4. Water the gourd plants regularly, keeping the soil moist but not soggy.
5. Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
6. Fertilize the plants with a balanced fertilizer once or twice a season.
7. Harvest ridge gourd when they are 8-12 inches long and before they turn yellow. Cut the gourds off the vine with a sharp knife.
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Ridge Gourd Seeds (Shirali)
Ridge Gourd Seeds
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Description: Ridge Gourd, known as Tori (Tori , is a warm-weather vegetable essential in many Indian dishes. Renowned for its unique texture and mild flavor, it can be easily cultivated in your garden. Our Ridge Gourd Seeds ensure high-quality growth and yield.

Product Details:

  • Botanical Name: Luffa acutangula
  • Number of Seeds per Packet: 15

Plant Information:

  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Plant Height: Vining plant, can grow up to 10 – 12 feet
  • Type: Suitable for outdoor planting
  • Feed: Apply organic fertilizers like SoilRich Germi Quick Cocopeat 1kg, SoilRich 306, Gomay Organic Manure 1kg
  • Watering: Regular watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy
  • Sunlight: Full sunlight
  • Germination Time: 8-10 days
  • Harvesting Time: 65-70 days
  • Suitable Temperature: 21°C – 29°C
  • Season: Suitable for spring summer and monsoon

How to Sow Ridge Gourd:

  1. Prepare the Soil: Choose a sunny spot and amend the soil with organic matter for better growth.
  2. Seed Sowing: Plant the gourd seeds 1 inch deep in rows spaced 50-60 cm apart.
  3. Watering: Water the plants regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
  4. Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  5. Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer once or twice a season to promote healthy growth.

 How to Harvest Ridge Gourd:

  • Harvesting Time: Ridge gourd is ready to harvest when they are 8-12 inches long and still green.
  • Harvest Method: Cut the gourds off the vine with a sharp knife before they turn yellow for the best taste and texture.

Growing Tips:

  1. Sunlight: Ridge gourd requires full sun to thrive.
  2. Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with organic matter is ideal.
  3. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
  4. Mulching: Helps in moisture retention and weed suppression.
  5. Fertilizing: Balanced fertilization once or twice a season is recommended.

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Alternate names:

  • Hindi: तुरई के बीज (Turai ke Beej)
  • Tamil: பீர்க்கங்காய் விதை (Peerkangai Vidhai)
  • Telugu: బీరకాయ గింజ (Beerakaya Ginja)
  • Kannada: ಹೇಸರು ಸಿಪ್ಪೆ ಬೀಜ (Heasaru Sippe Bija)