Treasure Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) is a vigorous annual climbing gourd variety, featuring the classic hourglass double-bulb fruit shape with fresh light green smooth skin.
The vines grow rapidly and climb easily on trellises, fences and pergolas. Young tender gourds can be cooked as vegetable. After fully matured and air-dried, the hard-shell gourds can be made into handcrafts, ornaments or storage containers. It is a wonderful pick if you are looking for ornamental climbing gourd seeds and multi-purpose bottle gourd seeds.
This variety has strong germination vigor and good fruit setting rate. It creates a beautiful green landscape with hanging gourds in the garden.
Product Advantages
SpecificationsSeed Type: Treasure Gourd SeedsPlant Type: Annual climbing vineFruit Shape: Hourglass double-bulb gourdFruit Skin: Light green smooth peelSow to harvest: Around 80-90 daysGrowth habit: Requires trellis support for upward climbing
Using Method
Suitable ClimatePrefers warm sunny environment, optimal growing temperature 20–30°C. Sow after frost ends in spring. It needs full sun and cannot survive frost.
ApplicationsPerfect for backyard trellis garden, balcony container planting, landscape pergola decoration, home handcraft making, small vegetable garden and ornamental fruit planting.
FAQQ1: Is treasure gourd edible?A1: Yes, young tender gourds can be cooked as vegetable. Fully mature hard gourds are not edible, for craft use only.Q2: Does it need trellis to grow?A2: Yes, it is climbing vine. Trellis helps gourds hang and maintain nice shape.Q3: Can I grow it in pots on balcony?A3: Yes, use large deep planter and install small trellis for vine climbing.Q4: How long to get mature gourds for crafts?A4: Around 80–90 days after sowing, leave on vine until skin turns hard and dry.Q5: What soil is best for planting?A5: Loose, fertile sandy soil with good drainage and rich organic matter.
