Tennessee Dancing Gourd (Seed Freaks)

GOURD: TENNESSEE DANCING

(CUCURBITA PEPO)

RARE

A tiny 5cm long green & white striped gourd.

Used by children as a spinning top.

Mr Junior Gordon of Tennessee handed the almost lost seed to Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

& they’ve revived them.

Up to 100fruits per plant

Non-edible.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – JAN

Temperate: SEP – FEB

Sub – Tropical: AUG – MAR

Tropical: FEB – OCT

Arid: AUG – FEB

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5 – 7

Prefers rich, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow or in trays 2cm deep, transplant 1 m apart.

Provide a trellis as they grow to 3m.

Provide a deep weekly water & ample nutrition.

Spin when tan/dry

May help to poke a hole in the base as they dry to avoid mould.

DAYS TO HARVEST

95 Days

APPROX 8 SEEDS