The plant started out strong and invasively climbing on holder/rack under full sun or growing light and lots of water.

Shaped like an oversized apple, these hard-shelled gourds (Lagenaria siceraria) grow six to eight inches tall and four to six inches across. In India, young fruit is added to curries. The skin is ...

If you are interested in growing gourds, keep in mind that the vines can grow over 40 feet long in some cases. Trellising is recommended since they are avid climbers and vertical growing keeps the ...