What is the best month to plant ornamental gourds?

When to plant ornamental gourds

Ornamental gourds are generally planted in March. Because gourds prefer a warm environment, spring is best for their growth. Planting should be completed in May at the latest. It is planted by seed sowing.

Planting time in the north and south : The time for planting ornamental gourds in the south and the north is different. Generally, the planting time in the south is February, and in the north is March.

Greenhouse planting time : Greenhouses are generally not suitable for growing ornamental gourds, because ornamental gourds are suitable for planting in ponds, while greenhouses are generally not suitable for maintaining ponds.

Origin and planting month of ornamental gourds

There are relatively few places where ornamental gourds are produced, and the most common ones are Zhejiang, Shandong, Shanxi, Hebei, Hunan and other regions.

Zhejiang ornamental gourd

The time for planting ornamental gourds in Zhejiang is March, and they mature around June. Generally, the ornamental gourds in Zhejiang are more beautiful in appearance.

Shandong ornamental gourd

Ornamental gourds can be grown in Shandong, but the yield is not very high. They are generally planted in April and mature after July. The ornamental gourds here look like pears and are darker in color.

Ornamental Gourd Varieties and Planting Months

The varieties of ornamental gourds include iron-clad gold, large Asian waist gourd, middle Asian waist gourd, small Asian waist gourd, Maitreya Buddha gourd, etc.

Maitreya Buddha Gourd

Maitreya Buddha gourd is planted in February and usually matures around June. This variety of gourd is relatively rare and has a relatively low yield.

Small Asian gourd

The small-waisted gourd is planted around April every year. Generally, its yield is relatively high and its appearance is more beautiful.