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Bushel Gourd Seed

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Bushel Gourds grow to an enormous 3-5' around. These versatile fruits can be used for storage and a variety of craft purpose

  • Huge Gourds - These large gourds can reach a crazy 3-5 feet around and can be used for storage! They are so much fun to grow. Impress your neighbors with this unusual crop.
  • Versatile - Bushel gourds can be dried and opened up to use for an unusual storage solution. Use them for a variety of craft or decorative purposes. Kids love to paint these unique round gourds.
  • Scarify for Better Germination - This type of seed should be soaked and/or scarified prior to planting for improved germination. Scarification means means nicking, scratching, sanding, or otherwise damaging the exterior coating of the seed. This can be done with a nail file or sandpaper. Follow instructions on packets for best results.

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Heirloom Vegetable Seeds

All of our seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, heirloom varieties with tested germination rates

Specifications

  • Planting Zones
    7-12
  • Light
    Full Sun
  • Soil Temp for Germination
    70-80 Degrees F
  • Germination Time
    7-10 Days
  • Planting Depth
    1 Inch
  • Plant Size
    15-25 Feet (vine)
  • Days to Harvest
    90-120 Days
  • Growing Instructions
    For improved germination rates, soak seeds overnight and clip off seed tail to speed germination. Start 3-4 weeks before last frost indoors or sow directly outdoors once soil has warmed to at least 70 degrees F. Space hills 5 feet apart in a sunny spot with well draining soil. Thin each hill to the strongest vine.
  • Seed Saving Instructions
    Open dried gourd and pull out seeds. Separate from papery pulp and discard any molded or damaged seeds. Allow seeds to dry on a tray for up to a week. Label and keep in a dry cool place for up to 5 years.
  • Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet
    14 to 18

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Self-Reliance For The Future

  • Sustainable Living - Vegetable gardening is an essential foundation of a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Home-grown fruits and vegetables are generally more flavorful and nutritious than store-bought.
  • Easy to Grow - Seeds are packed in a beautiful paper packet with instructions for successful growing and germination in your own home garden. Each package also has instructions for saving seeds after harvest. Getting started is simple for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
  • Quality Seeds - Plant now or store for future growing seasons. These seeds will remain viable for years if stored in a cool dry location. Our safe, non-hybrid non-GMO heirloom seeds are always open-pollinated, naturally grown, untreated, and selected to ensure the best germination rates

Frequently Asked Questions

What are heirloom seeds?

Heirloom seeds are the types of seeds your grandparents grew. These varieties have been passed down from generation to generation. They’re old reliable open-pollinated varieties that aren’t typically grown commercially. Instead, they have a rich history that predates modern breeding techniques.

You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.

Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?

The majority of our seeds are sourced in the United States, with a few exceptions when the seed is difficult to source domestically. Whenever we do have to source outside of the US, we ensure our seeds are safe to grow, non-GMO varieties that meet our standards for germination and reliability.

Are your seeds treated?

No, we do not pre-treat our farmer seeds. All of our garden seeds for sale are untreated, open-pollinated, non-GMO, and heirloom varieties. They are kept in temperature-controlled cooler storage until they are packed and shipped to keep them pest and disease-free.

In what zones can I grow your seeds?

The seeds in our collections are specifically chosen from varieties that can be successfully grown from Zone 3 to Zone 10 USDA Hardiness Zones. However, individual varieties have specific needs to thrive in different environments. Each seed pack has optimal temperatures for germination and instructions on seed starting. Consult local frost dates to plan your garden and get the most out of your seeds.

What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?

Our seeds will generally last for 3-10 years if they are appropriately stored in a cool, dry place. However, we encourage you to grow your survival seeds within a year or two of purchase. This yields the best germination rates possible and also gives you more experience growing survival food now. At the end of the growing season, follow the instructions on the back of each packet for saving seeds for future gardens. These new seeds for survival will be more adapted to thrive in the growing conditions where you are.

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Bushel Gourd Seed

$3.99

Bushel Gourds grow to an enormous 3-5' around. These versatile fruits can be used for storage and a variety of craft purpose

Net Wt. 4G

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