Giant Wax Gourd Seeds | 20 Seeds

How to Grow Giant Wax Gourd Seeds (Winter Melon / Donggua):
Giant Wax Gourd is a heat-loving vine that needs a long warm season to make big fruits. Start seeds when weather is consistently warm and soil stays above about 20–22°C (68–72°F). In cooler areas, start indoors 3–4 weeks early in large pots, then transplant carefully once nights are warm. Soak seeds in warm water 6–12 hours before sowing for faster germination. Plant 2–3 cm (about 1 inch) deep in fertile, well-drained soil, spacing 90–120 cm (3–4 ft) apart because vines get huge. Give full sun and set up a strong trellis or let vines run on the ground with plenty of space. Keep soil evenly moist until sprouts appear, usually 7–14 days in warm soil.

How to Care for Giant Wax Gourd:
Water deeply and regularly; steady moisture is key for large, non-bitter fruits, but avoid waterlogging. Mulch to keep roots cool and prevent moisture swings. Feed every 2–3 weeks with compost or balanced vegetable fertilizer; once flowering starts, shift to a fruit-focused feed (lower nitrogen, higher potassium/phosphorus) to support heavy fruiting. Train vines onto support and pinch the growing tip after the vine has several side shoots to encourage more female flowers. For extra-large gourds, you can limit each vine to 2–4 fruits and remove excess small fruit early so the plant puts energy into the remaining ones. Watch for pests like aphids, whiteflies, squash bugs, and fruit flies, plus powdery mildew in humid weather—good airflow, watering at soil level, and early neem/soap treatment help a lot. Harvest when fruits are full-size with a firm, pale green to whitish skin and a waxy bloom; cut with a short stem attached. Giant wax gourds store extremely well in a cool, dry place for months.

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