Description
Snake Gourd develops well in Tropical nations. Snake gourd organic products are white or greenish white in shading and long round having approx. 5 to 6 cm distance across and 100 to 120 cms in length. Some short assortments are likewise being developed which will have 4 cms distance across and 15 to 20 cms long.
Common Name | Snake gourd, Padwal, Pudalagai Kootu |
Height | Up to 30 ft |
Flower Colour | White |
Bloom Time | Summer, Rainy season, Winter |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting And Care
- Water should be done before soil feels dry
- Snake gourd can also be grown in containers around 5-gallon size
- Containers must have good drainage and cant be moved once the vines attach tendrils to other objects
- Snake gourd cant survives in frost condition
Snake Gourd Chachinda Care
- At the time of bed preparation, FYM should be mixed with soil for good yield
- Seeds are sown directly on the bed or pot
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in the bed or pots
- Plastic wrap can be used for mulching purpose to control the weed and water loss
- They should be planted 2 cm deep in pots53