{"product_id":"35-bottle-gourd-seeds-heirloom-calabash-opo-squash-vigorous-vines-for-home-gardens-trellises","title":"35 Bottle Gourd Seeds - Heirloom Calabash Opo Squash - Vigorous Vines for Home Gardens \u0026 Trellises","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; font-family: inherit; color: #2c3e50; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center; color: #1a4a38; border-bottom: 2px solid #2ecc71; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-bottom: 25px; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 2.2rem;\"\u003eGrow beautiful and versatile bottle gourds right in your home garden! Also known as Calabash or Opo Squash, this vigorous climbing vine produces long, light green gourds that serve a dual purpose. When harvested young and tender, they are a delicious, mild-tasting vegetable perfect for curries, stir-fries, and stews.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; padding: 6px 16px; margin: 5px; border: 1px solid #e0ece4; border-radius: 20px; color: #27ae60; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.15em; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(46, 204, 113, 0.05);\"\u003e☀️ Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; padding: 6px 16px; margin: 5px; border: 1px solid #e0ece4; border-radius: 20px; color: #27ae60; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.15em; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(46, 204, 113, 0.05);\"\u003e🌱 High Germination\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; padding: 6px 16px; margin: 5px; border: 1px solid #e0ece4; border-radius: 20px; color: #27ae60; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.15em; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(46, 204, 113, 0.05);\"\u003e🌍 All Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; padding: 6px 16px; margin: 5px; border: 1px solid #e0ece4; border-radius: 20px; color: #27ae60; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.15em; box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(46, 204, 113, 0.05);\"\u003e💎 Premium Heirloom\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; margin-bottom: 40px; text-align: justify; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:15px;\"\u003eIf you choose to leave them on the vine to fully mature and dry, these classic bottle-shaped gourds transform into hard-shelled natural wonders, perfect for crafting birdhouses, water jugs, and unique home docor. Fast-growing and fascinating to watch, bottle gourds are an incredibly rewarding addition to vertical gardens, trellises, and large patio pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a4a38; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #2ecc71; padding-left: 12px; font-size: 1.7rem;\"\u003e✨ Why Choose NYGardenia Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #fdfaf6; border: 1px solid #edf2ec; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 2.2em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e💎\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 1.3em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePREMIUM HEIRLOOM QUALITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSourced from high-quality farms, ensuring pure, untreated heirloom seeds for your garden.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #fdfaf6; border: 1px solid #edf2ec; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 2.2em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 1.3em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eDUAL-PURPOSE GOURDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eHarvest young for a tender and tasty vegetable, or let them dry out entirely for eco-friendly crafts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #fdfaf6; border: 1px solid #edf2ec; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 2.2em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e📈\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 1.3em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eVIGOROUS CLIMBING VINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eFast-growing plants that produce strong, sprawling vines, creating a lush canopy over trellises and pergolas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #fdfaf6; border: 1px solid #edf2ec; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 2.2em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 1.3em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eEASY \u0026amp; REWARDING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eExtremely resilient and fun to grow, making it a fantastic gardening project for the whole family.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #fdfaf6; border: 1px solid #edf2ec; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 2.2em; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e✨\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 1.3em; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePERFECT CULINARY SQUASH\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eWhen eaten green, its mild flavor quickly absorbs spices and seasonings, making it a favorite in Asian and Indian cuisines.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a4a38; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #2ecc71; padding-left: 12px; font-size: 1.7rem;\"\u003e🪴 Your Growing Journey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-left: 10px; border-left: 2px solid #2ecc71; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; font-size: 1.3em; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e1. When to Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eStart indoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost, or sow outdoors after the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; font-size: 1.3em; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e2. Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSow seeds 1 inch deep. Keep soil warm. Germination occurs in 7-14 days at 70-85°F.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; font-size: 1.3em; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e3. Thinning\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSpace plants 24-36 inches apart, ensuring they have plenty of room to stretch.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; font-size: 1.3em; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e4. Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eProvide a strong trellis or support. Water consistently, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 25px; position: relative;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a4a38; display: block; font-size: 1.3em; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e5. Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.25em; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eFor eating, harvest when 10-14 inches long and the skin is soft. For crafting, leave on the vine until the stems dry and turn brown.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a4a38; color: #fff; padding: 25px; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003ePlant Type: Vegetable \/ Gourd (Bottle Gourd)\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003eSeed Quantity: 35 Seeds per packet\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003eMature Weight: Young fruits weigh 1-2 lbs; dried gourds have hard, durable woody shells\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003eSunlight Needs: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003eSoil Type: Rich, loamy, well-draining soil\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n      \u003cli style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1.25em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"color:#2ecc71; font-weight:bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003ePackaging: Moisture-proof, resealable pack reliably preserving seed viability\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NYGardenia Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43201936687194,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/3598\/9594\/files\/l16_bottlegourd_wbg_1775785406653.png?v=1776034466","url":"https:\/\/nygardeniaseeds.com\/products\/35-bottle-gourd-seeds-heirloom-calabash-opo-squash-vigorous-vines-for-home-gardens-trellises","provider":"NYGardenia Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}