Lagenaria siceraria — Small Spoon Gourd Mix produces small hard-shell dipper-shaped gourds for ladles, spoons, crafts, ornaments, and decorative displays.
This guide covers growing conditions, seed-starting basics, garden uses, and ordering information for Seedman customers.
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Small Spoon Gourd Mix produces small hard-shell dipper-shaped gourds for ladles, spoons, crafts, ornaments, and decorative displays. It is a useful addition for gardeners looking for distinctive seed-grown plants with ornamental, craft, groundcover, or container value.
Sow after frost in warm soil. Grow on a trellis for straighter handles and cure fully mature gourds before crafting.
Seed germination can vary by freshness, storage, temperature, and growing conditions. Use clean containers and a well-drained seed-starting medium.
Small Spoon Gourd Mix can be used where its mature size, sunlight needs, and moisture preferences are matched to the site. For best performance, provide full sun and regular moisture; fertile well-drained soil.
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View Seedman Product PageSmall Spoon Gourd Mix is grown for ornamental gourds, crafts, fall displays, and decorative harvest projects.
Yes. Gourds need full sun, warm soil, fertile ground, and a long growing season.
Small and long-handled types can be trellised; very large gourds usually need ground space or very strong support.
Harvest fully mature gourds and dry them slowly in a warm, airy place until the shells harden.