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Gourd Ornamental Mixed

Name: Gourd Ornamental Mixed
Brand: DT Brown
SKU: 27717
Price: 2.09 GBP
Availability: InStock

Botanical Name: MIXED SPECIES

25 SeedsSKU: 27717

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An unusual mix of varieties that are vigorous climbers, and early-maturing, so you will have a harvest the same year as sowing. These attractive fruits have a wonderfully unique texture that's perfect for those head turning autumnal displays, especially Halloween!

Caution: Harmful if eaten

Key information

Botanical Name: MIXED SPECIES

Genus: Unspecified

Plant Class: Half Hardy Annual

Characteristics & growing conditions

Plant Height: 180cm/71in

Colour: Mixed

Position: Dappled Shade, Full Sun, and Partial Shade

Attractive to: Attractive To Bees and Attractive To Butterflies

Sow outdoors, May-June, where they are to grow, 1.5cm (½") deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Allow 90cm (3') between sowing positions. Sow two seeds on edge per position. Seedlings usually appear in 7-21 days. Thin to leave the stronger plant. Water well until established. Or, sow indoors, April-May, 1.5cm (½") deep, on edge, in small pots of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20°C (60-68°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 90cm (3') apart, into well-drained soil, when frosts are over. Harvest: September-October. Allow fruit to harden before picking, then dry.

Recommended growing locations.

Allotment / Veg Patch

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Patio

Raised Bed

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Gourd Ornamental Mixed

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FAQs

Can you eat ornamental gourd?

Ornamental gourds are not safe to eat and should only be used for decoration. They often contain a bitter chemical called cucurbitacin that can make you feel sick, causing nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain, even if cooked. Keep them away from children and pets.

How to grow ornamental gourd seeds?

Ornamental gourd seeds can be sown in spring once the soil is warm, either in pots indoors or directly outside. Plant your seeds about 2–3 cm deep and well-spaced so the vines have room to spread. They do best in full sun and well‑drained, fertile soil, with regular watering through dry spells to keep growth steady. As the season goes on, let the plants trail over the ground or climb supports, then harvest the gourds in late summer to autumn once the skins are hard and the stems start to dry.

How can I use ornamental gourds in autumn displays?

Cut your ornamental gourds with secateurs, leaving a short stem, then cure in a warm, dry spot for 2–4 weeks to toughen them up for your displays. They work well mixed with pumpkins, cones, and foliage in bowls, on mantelpieces or as table centrepieces, and they last longer if kept cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight.