The Ten Commandments Gourd is a unique softball sized variety that comes in a mix of striped, mottled and multicolored that is perfect for decorating. This variety is named for the 5 pairs of protruding prongs that point towards the blossom end. The bright, festive colors will add an autumn look to any home!
The Caveman's Club gourd gets its name because it resembles the club of a primitive caveman! Caveman's Club gourd can grow to be 18" long with a narrow handle that ends in an oblong, deeply veined and ridged "club." This gourd matures late and should be planted early for best results. Trellis the vines to help ensure straight necks.
Dipper is one of the most beautiful and fall themed gourds we have! These gourds have been dried out and used for years as many different things! Dipper Gourds produce a 12" long by 5" in diameter gourd. Very easy to grow in the summer time heat.
The Small Mix is a mixture of the most popular small gourds we could find! The Small Mix includes a variety of popular, colorful gourds for beautiful decorative arrangements. This mix is perfect for center pieces inside your home!
The Speckled Swan is a beautiful swan shaped gourd. This gourd has a long 12-16" neck that curves and enlarges at the end to resemble a swan. This gourd is ideal for selling at fall markets for decorating or painting once dried!
The Large Mix is a mixture of the most popular large gourds we could find! The large gourd mix includes Calabash, Dipper, Sugar Trough, and a few extra surprises. These are large gourds that will need a longer growing period to fully develop. This is a great mix for center pieces inside your home!
Grow your own bathroom sponge with this Luffa gourd! The fibrous internal structure of the Luffa can be used as a sponge for cleaning or as an exfoliator. This gourd is fun to grow and show your friends!
The Big Apple is a gourd that is great for ornamental uses. This gourd plant produces 8-inch fruit that looks just like giant apples, hence its name! This gourd is great for crafts and fall displays. Big Apple can also be painted red or made into birdhouses.
The Birdhouse gourd, also known as Lagenaria siceraria, is a distinctive and versatile gourd variety with a rich history and unique characteristics. Originating from Africa and the Americas, this gourd has been cultivated for centuries, originally valued for its use as a natural birdhouse and other functional purposes. The Birdhouse gourd is recognized for its large, bulbous shape with a narrow neck, which resembles a traditional birdhouse. The skin is typically green when immature, transitioning to a light brown or tan as it matures and dries. The plant exhibits a vigorous, sprawling growth habit, reaching lengths of 10 to 15 feet, and produces large, white or pale green flowers that bloom in mid-summer. These blooms eventually give way to the gourd itself, which can be harvested when fully matured and dried. Birdhouse gourds are valued not only for their practical uses, such as crafting into birdhouses, lanterns, and decorations, but also for their ornamental appeal and ease of growth. They thrive in warm climates with full sun and well-drained soil, and their robust vines make them ideal for trellises or arbors. With their historical significance, versatility, and striking appearance, Birdhouse gourds are a beloved choice for gardeners and crafters alike.
The Bushel is gigantic ornamental gourd! Bushel gourds produce gigantic sized gourds that can grow up to 5 feet in diameter, the size of a bushel basket, and can weigh as much as 100 pounds. This gourd variety is excellent for making crafts. Impress your neighbors by growing this gigantic gourd!
