Growing bitter gourd, or karela at home is surprisingly simple, even if you only have a small balcony. It is a fast-growing, hardy vegetable that thrives in warm weather and sunlight. With the right ...

You can give your flower and vegetable garden a head start and save money by knowing how to germinate seeds. With the right amount of heat and moisture, starting seeds indoors is simple. When the ...

Scientifically bottle gourd is known as Lagenaria siceraria belonging to the cucumber family. This creeping plant is also known as calabash. This non-food plant is grown in Uganda mainly for cultural ...

Growing your own gourds? Follow these tips: - Plant gourds where they will receive a full day’s sun. - Gourd vines are long. Some can reach several hundred feet. Train vines onto fences or trellises ...

Question: I’d like to try my hand at growing the small gourds I normally purchase in the fall for decoration. Are they hard to grow? When should I plant the seeds and how much space will they need?

It is easy to grow Lauki (Bottle Gourd) in a balcony garden, a wonderful method to have fresh, homegrown veggies even with only a small space. All you need is the proper pot, soil, sunlight, and care, ...