Grow your own unique Tai Hoo Gourds—an ornamental variety prized for their whimsical shapes and smooth, pale green skin. These gourds are fun for crafting, decorating, or displaying, and they’re easy to grow from seed in warm, sunny conditions. Simply direct sow after the last frost in rich, well-draining soil, provide a trellis or support, and enjoy watching these fascinating gourds develop through the season.
Tai Hoo Gourd: 10 seeds
When the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the seeds a week after frost 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart.

