{"product_id":"b0gvgrlz5x","title":"40 Loofah (Luffa) Gourd Seeds for Planting - Dual-Use Sponge and Edible Vine, Heirloom, Non-GMO, USA Grown by RDR Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout This\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-Use Luffa Gourd (Luffa aegyptiaca): Heirloom vine producing fruit that serves 2 purposes - harvest young under 7 inches for tender edible vegetable similar to zucchini, or leave on vine to dry into a natural bath sponge. Centuries-old heirloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerous Vine Coverage: 40 seeds can cover 98-343 SQFT of trellis space under good conditions (40 seeds x 20-70% survival x 36 in spacing); uses include natural sponges, eco-friendly scrubbers, edible cooking, and ornamental vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak Seeds Before Planting: Soak seeds in warm water 12-24 hours to soften the hard seed coat; start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost in 4-inch cells; transplant after all frost danger passes and temps stay above 65°F; germinates in 7-14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-Sun Trellis Vine: Requires full sun (6+ hours), sturdy vertical trellis (vines reach 15-30 ft), and spacing of 36-48 inches; growth optimal at 75-95°F, active range 65-100°F; long-season crop needing 150-200 days to maturity; USDA Zones 5-10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof Packet Protection: Seeds arrive in a waterproof packet that guards against humidity and moisture; Non-GMO, packed with care in the USA; includes seeds (not live plants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOverview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor\/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand : RDR Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial Feature : GMO Free, Heirloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor : Green (young edible fruit); Tan\/Brown (dried sponge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Feature : Attracts Pollinators, Extended Bloom Time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight Exposure : Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnit Count : 40 Count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Planting Period : Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Care Instructions : Soak seeds 12-24 hours before planting; start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant after frost danger passes; provide sturdy trellis; keep soil consistently moist; full sun required\nSoak seeds 12-24 hours before planting; start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant after frost danger passes; provide sturdy trellis; k… See more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zone : 7-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RDRSeeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51010931917057,"sku":"SPH-B0GVGRLZ5X","price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0838\/9076\/6081\/files\/41sqS6HeiVL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1793540889","url":"https:\/\/little-plot.com\/products\/b0gvgrlz5x","provider":"Little Plot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}