Description

• Ridge gourd has high moisture content and it has many health benefits; helpful in weight loss, regulating blood sugar, boosting immunity, etc.
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden Growing season: Throughout the year Sowing method: Direct Seeds sowing depth: 0.5 inches Germination Time: 6 to 10 days from sowing Germination temperature: 18-30°C Fruit color: shining dark green Fruit Shape: cylindrical type Harvesting: 80 to 90 days Average fruit weight: 150 to 250 gms Plant vigor: Strong plant
• Water – Give water to your ridge gourd plant daily on summer days and keep the soil moist but not soggy.
• Sunlight – Ridge gourd prefers full sunlight for better growth.
• Soil – Use well-drained loamy soil with a 6.5 to 7.0 ph level for growing ridge gourd plants.
• Temperature – Ideal temperature to grow ridge gourd plant is 25-35°C.
• Common pests – Pests that are found in ridge gourd-like aphids and whiteflies and ridge gourd plant is infected by powdery mildew and downy mildew. Using organic pesticide `Neem oil’ protects the plant from harmful pests.