Loofah (‘Luffa’)

$0.50

Luffa aegyptiaca

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • vigorous vine, will need support
  • most often grown for sponge production
  • young fruits can be eaten as zucchinis

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

SKU: LOO-FAH Categories: ,

Description

Loofah, also called ‘Luffa’ or ‘Sponge Gourd’, is a fast-growing vine that needs support. Fruit can be eaten young, 10–15cm, like zucchini, or left to dry on the vine. Young shoots, leaves and flower buds are edible. Mature fruits produce “loofah” which can be used as a sponge. This particular variety is unknown.

Additional information

Best By

Sep-26

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

5 seeds

Lifecycle

annual

Sowing Months

September; October; November

Method

direct sow

Depth to Sow

15mm

Germination

14-21 days

Distance Apart

75cm

Harvest

100-150 days