Bushel Basket Gourd – Lagenaria siceraria Seeds | 5 Count | Large Craft Gourd | Heirloom Open Pollinated

Grow your own giant crafting gourds with Bushel Basket Gourd seeds (Lagenaria siceraria). This impressive heirloom variety produces large, hard-shell fruits weighing 30–50 pounds, traditionally dried and used to create sturdy baskets, containers, and decorative pieces.

Loved by artisans and crafters for its bold size and classic shape, this open-pollinated gourd has been cultivated for centuries across many cultures as a practical and decorative plant. With a long growing season (approximately 125 days), these vigorous vines reward patient gardeners with truly statement-sized gourds.

Perfect for homesteaders, DIY crafters, fall décor enthusiasts, and gardeners who enjoy growing something unique and functional.

You will receive:
✔️ 5 Bushel Basket Gourd seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated heirloom variety
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Growing instructions included
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌱 Growing Information
Botanical Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Common Name: Bushel Basket Gourd
Plant Type: Annual vine
Days to Maturity: ~125 days
Fruit Weight: 30–50 lbs
Pollination: Open pollinated
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Water: Moderate to consistent
Spacing: Requires large growing area (vines may reach 20–30 ft)
USDA Zones: 3–10 (after frost)

Gourds thrive in rich, well-drained soil with plenty of warmth and sunlight. Plant after soil has warmed, about the same time as corn. Can be trellised or allowed to sprawl.

💡 Care Tip: Thin seedlings to the strongest plants once established. Fewer fruits per vine will result in larger gourds.

🎨 Harvest & Curing
Harvest before hard frost when stems turn brown and dry. Cure in a well-ventilated area for several months until fully hardened. Once dry, gourds can be carved, painted, sealed, or polished for long-lasting decorative use.