Gourd Seeds | Edible & Craft-Ready Climbing Vines

Gourd

Gourds (Lagenaria, Benincasa, and related species) are fast-growing warm-season vines prized for their culinary versatility when young and crafting value when mature. At Seedmart, we offer heirloom and open-pollinated gourd seed varieties—such as angled sponge, round bottle, hairy melon, and wax gourd—selected for vigorous germination, prolific yields, and reliable performance in Australian gardens.

Fun to grow and multifunctional, gourds can be harvested young for cooking or allowed to mature and dry for use as natural sponges, ornamental containers, or decorative items. All our gourd seeds are non-GMO and chosen for quality, adaptability, and ease of growth in hot, humid environments.

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Wax Gourd Winter Melon F1 Vegetable Seeds
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Angled Sponge Gourd Vegetable Seeds
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Hairy Gourd F1 Vegetable Seeds
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Angled Luffa Vegetable Seeds
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Why Grow Gourds?

✅ Dual-purpose vines: edible when immature, decorative or practical when dried
✅ Range of types: sponge gourds, bottle gourds, wax gourds, hairy melons
✅ Fast-growing and perfect for warm-season climbing gardens
✅ Ideal for culinary, craft, and ornamental uses

Where Can You Grow Gourds?

Gourds thrive in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. These heat-loving vines need space or trellising to climb and benefit from consistent moisture and mulching to retain soil moisture. Sow in spring or early summer once the risk of frost has passed.

Health & Utility Benefits

Young gourds offer mild, nutritious flesh suited to soups, stir-fries, and curries. Mature gourds can be dried and repurposed as natural sponges, birdhouses, decorative vessels, or artistic crafts.

Popular Gourd Varieties

Angled Sponge Gourd: Edible when fresh; dries into natural sponge texture.
Round Bottle Gourd: Traditional shape, useful for crafting and storage.
Hairy Melon (Fuzzy Gourd): Tender and mild when young; fibrous when mature.
Wax Gourd (Winter Melon): Long-storing fruit prized in Asian cooking and beverages.

Ready to Grow Gourds?

Our gourd seeds are selected for vigorous germination and abundant yields in Australian climates. Whether you’re growing for flavor, function, or creativity, these vines will bring utility and charm to your garden.

Shop the full range above and explore the versatile world of homegrown gourds.