
Loofah
Seed Packet
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Heat loving vine that produces fruit which can be eaten fresh or dried to make a natural sponge.
Luffa aegyptiaca
Seed Packet (10 Seeds approx.)
Sow When: September - January (Perth region, WA)
Germination: 4-14 Days. 18-28oC soil temperature. Soak seed in cold water overnight (8-12 hours). Soaking seeds will soften the hard outer shell which will result in higher germination rates. Germination time can vary and will
Sow: Direct in garden. 2cm deep. Soak seed in cold water for 8-12 hours.
Rows: Trellis required - 2m high.
Spacing: 50cm
Position: Full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight)
Soil: 6.0-7.0 pH
Harvest: 110+ days.
Best sown before: September 2022
Seeds from this batch have been germination tested and should achieve a high germination rate when stored correctly and sown in accordance with the above instructions.
Status: Untreated, Open-pollinated.
We offer free postage on all seeds anywhere in Australia (except Tasmania - due to quarantine restrictions).