Bushel Basket Gourd – Lagenaria siceraria Seeds | 15 Count | Giant Heirloom Craft Gourd | Open Pollinated

Grow impressive, extra-large gourds with Bushel Basket Gourd seeds (Lagenaria siceraria). This heirloom variety produces massive hard-shell fruits weighing 30–50 pounds, traditionally used for crafting durable baskets, containers, birdhouses, and rustic décor.

Highly favored by artisans and homesteaders, these gourds develop thick shells that cure beautifully for carving, painting, wood-burning, and decorative finishing. With a growing season of approximately 125 days, this vigorous vine produces dramatic statement gourds when given ample space, warmth, and sunlight.

Perfect for craft growers, fall décor enthusiasts, market gardeners, and anyone who enjoys growing functional heirloom plants.

You will receive:
✔️ 15 Bushel Basket Gourd seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated heirloom variety
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed sowing instructions
✔️ Secure, protective packaging

🌱 Growing Information
Botanical Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Common Name: Bushel Basket Gourd
Plant Type: Annual warm-season vine
Days to Maturity: ~125 days
Fruit Size: 30–50 lbs
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
Vine Length: 20–30 feet
USDA Zones: 3–10 (plant after frost danger passes)

Gourds require long, warm growing seasons and plenty of room. Plant in rich, well-drained soil once soil temperatures have warmed (similar timing to corn planting). Can be grown on sturdy trellises or allowed to sprawl.

💡 Growing Tip: Thin seedlings to the strongest 2–3 plants per hill for best fruit size. Fewer gourds per vine produce larger results.

🎃 Harvest & Curing
Harvest when stems dry and turn brown—before hard frost. Cure in a well-ventilated area for several months until fully hardened. Properly cured hard-shell gourds can last indefinitely and are ideal for carving, staining, sealing, or painting.