Sponge Gourd Seeds – Luffa Vegetable
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Luffa Gourd Seeds – Sponge Gourd Vegetable When Young and Tender
Enjoy the best of both worlds with Luffa Gourd Seeds, a versatile plant that produces long, ridged gourds. When harvested young and tender, these gourds make a nutritious and delicious vegetable, perfect for curries, stir-fries, and soups. If allowed to fully mature and dry, they transform into natural loofah sponges—an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic scrubbers for bath and kitchen use.




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Features
Life Cycle
Annual climbing vine
Planting Season
Spring, Summer
Growth Habit
Vigorous, trailing
Flavor Profile
Mild, soft when young
Plant Characteristics
Cylindrical sponge gourd
Use
Culinary when young, sponge when mature
Growing Conditions
Warm, fertile, sunny
Harvest Advantages
Dual-purpose crop
Plant Resistance
Heat hardy, adaptable
About Luffa Gourd Seeds
Luffa aegyptiaca
Seed Names
Luffa, Sponge gourd, Dishcloth gourd
Seed Type
Heirloom vegetable
Luffa Gourd is a versatile plant highly valued for its tender, edible fruits when young and its fibrous sponge quality when mature. Often called dishcloth gourd or sponge gourd, it serves as both a nutritious vegetable and an eco-friendly household sponge. This heirloom variety is an excellent addition for gardeners who want a sustainable, multi-use plant.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
1/2 – 1 inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow or transplant seedlings
Plant Spacing
24–36 inches
Days to Maturity
120–150 days
Soil Preparation
Soak seeds 12–24 hrs before sowing
Hardiness Zones
USDA 7–11
Water Needs
Moderate, consistent
Planting Season
After frost danger, spring to summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
up to 250 sq. ft.
500
up to 1,250 sq. ft.
1000
up to 2,500 sq. ft.
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I planted these luffa seeds in early spring, and they have taken off faster than I expected. The vines are healthy, and I can see this becoming a highlight of my vegetable patch.
I�m new to growing vegetables, and these luffa seeds made it easy to succeed. The plants grew fast and look lush. Planning to try making homemade sponges later!
The seeds germinated quickly, and the young plants are robust. So far, I haven�t had any issues with pests, and the growth is promising.
Out of 12 seeds, 10 sprouted, which is great. The plants are looking healthy and vigorous. Excited to see how the luffas turn out by late fall.
Planted these in my garden, and the results are solid. The vines are strong, and the seedlings are growing fast. I�m looking forward to seeing full-sized luffas.