Description

Description: Unique gourd that when dried becomes a natural sponge! Edible when young and tender.

Days to Harvest: 90–120 days.

Care in Texas: Needs a long warm season. Plant in spring, trellis for best shape.

Why Choose Loofah? Dual-purpose: harvest young for stir-fries or let mature for homegrown sponges.

Uses: Young gourds in soups and curries; mature for bath or cleaning sponges.

Taste: Mild, slightly sweet (when young).

Origin: India/Asia.