Heirloom gourd traditionally used to make birdhouses, bowls, and pitchers Sprawling, 15-35' vines produce light green fruit with rounded necks and bowls that grow roughly 14" tall and 10-12" wide GMO-free, chemical-free seeds; Regularly tested to ensure at least 85% germination Durable packaging protects seeds from light and moisture, extending the survival of the seeds by years; A great choice for preparedness seed vaults; Resealable zipper tops make for convenient storage and planting (Lagenaria siceraria) Heirloom gourd traditionally used to make birdhouses, bowls, and pitchers. Sprawling, 15-35' vines produce light green fruit with rounded necks and bowls that grow roughly 14" tall and 10-12" wide. 110 days to harvest. 25 seeds per packet. CULTURE: After danger of frost has passed, sow seeds in hills with 4-5 seeds per hill and hills spaced 6ft in all directions. Germination will occur in 7-14 days. Once seeds have germinated, thin to 3 seedlings per hill. In short season climates, plants can be started indoors and transplanted after danger of frost has passed. Trellising plants will help keep gourds clean and disease-free.