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Speckled Swan Gourd Seeds For Planting (Lagenaria siceraria)
Speckled Swan Gourd Seeds For Planting (Lagenaria siceraria)
Speckled Swan Gourd Seeds For Planting (Lagenaria siceraria)
speckled swan gourd seeds for planting
speckled swan gourd seeds for planting
speckled swan gourd seeds for planting
speckled swan gourd seeds for planting

Speckled Swan Gourd Seeds For Planting (Lagenaria siceraria)

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ALL ABOUT SPECKLED SWAN GOURDS

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
The Speckled Swan Gourd is a unique variety within the bottle gourd family, known for its ornamental value. It features a long, cylindrical neck and a bulbous base, resembling a swan, hence its name. This gourd type grows on vigorous vines, producing white blossoms and fruits that can be used decoratively due to their distinct shape and speckled appearance. They require warm conditions to thrive, making them suitable for cultivation in regions with a longer growing season.


The history of the Speckled Swan Gourd, like other bottle gourds (Lagenaria siceraria), traces back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting its domestication as one of the earliest plants by humans. Originating likely in Africa or Asia, bottle gourds were significant in ancient cultures not just for food but for their utility as containers and musical instruments. The speckled variety might have emerged through selective breeding for its unique appearance, becoming popular in ornamental gardens. Its journey across continents highlights human migration and trade routes, showing up in archaeological finds far from its origin, indicating its cultural and practical importance across various civilizations.
ALL ABOUT SPECKLED SWAN GOURDS

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
The Speckled Swan Gourd is a unique variety within the bottle gourd family, known for its ornamental value. It features a long, cylindrical neck and a bulbous base, resembling a swan, hence its name. This gourd type grows on vigorous vines, producing white blossoms and fruits that can be used decoratively due to their distinct shape and speckled appearance. They require warm conditions to thrive, making them suitable for cultivation in regions with a longer growing season.


The history of the Speckled Swan Gourd, like other bottle gourds (Lagenaria siceraria), traces back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting its domestication as one of the earliest plants by humans. Originating likely in Africa or Asia, bottle gourds were significant in ancient cultures not just for food but for their utility as containers and musical instruments. The speckled variety might have emerged through selective breeding for its unique appearance, becoming popular in ornamental gardens. Its journey across continents highlights human migration and trade routes, showing up in archaeological finds far from its origin, indicating its cultural and practical importance across various civilizations.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP
Seeds can be soaked but isn’t necessary.

SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1” inch under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS
Prefers a rich & fertile sowing medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS
Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION
Typically germinates in 10 to 20 days.

PLANT HEIGHT
Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT WIDTH
Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT SPACING
Best grown vertically on a trellis.

ROW SPACING
-

CROP SIZE
12” to 16” long with a 4” body.

SEASON
Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME
Lagenaria siceraria

DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy to germinate.

HARVEST
100 to 120 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION
Seeds can be soaked but isn’t necessary.

SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1” inch under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS
Prefers a rich & fertile sowing medium.

MOISTURE NEEDS
Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION
Typically germinates in 10 to 20 days.

PLANT HEIGHT
Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT WIDTH
Varying vine length of 5’ to 15’.

PLANT SPACING
Best grown vertically on a trellis.

ROW SPACING
-

CROP SIZE
12” to 16” long with a 4” body.

SEASON
Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME
Lagenaria siceraria

DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy to germinate.

HARVEST
100 to 120 Days

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