Ridge Gourd Hybrid

Grow fresh, tender and nutritious ridge gourds at home with Ridge Gourd Seeds. This vigorous climbing vegetable produces long, dark-green fruits with prominent ridges and soft, mild-flavoured flesh. It is suitable for kitchen gardens, terrace gardens, farms and large grow bags with proper support.

Ridge gourd grows best in warm weather, full sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil. The young fruits are commonly used in curries, stir-fries, soups and other everyday dishes.

Key Features

• Long, attractive dark-green fruits
• Distinct natural ridges
• Tender flesh with a mild taste
• Fast-growing and productive vines
• Suitable for home gardens and farms
• Ideal for regular kitchen use

Growing Information

Sunlight: 6–8 hours of direct sunlight
Soil: Fertile, loose and well-drained soil
Sowing Depth: Approximately 2–3 cm
Germination: Usually 6–12 days
Plant Spacing: Keep approximately 60–90 cm between plants
Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist without waterlogging
Support: Provide a strong trellis, net or climbing frame
Harvesting: Approximately 55–75 days after sowing, depending on climate and care

Growing Tip: Harvest ridge gourds while they are young and tender. Regular harvesting encourages the vines to produce more fruits.