Bottle gourd 'Cucuzzi'

Lagenaria siceraria

How to grow Bottle gourd 'Cucuzzi'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Cucuzzi is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date.

Growing Cucuzzi from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 2.96 inches (7.6 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.92 feet (90.0 cm) between Bottle gourd plants.

Transplanting Cucuzzi

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Cucuzzi is a tender plant.

Harvesting Cucuzzi

Best at 6-10" long.

Other Names for Bottle gourd 'Cucuzzi'

Zucchetta Cucuzzi, Serpent of Sicily, Longissima, Bottle Gourd, Calabash, Suzza Melon, Zucca, Tasmania Bean, Guinea Bean, New Guinea Bean, White Flowered Gourd & Indian Squash