{"product_id":"bitter-gourd-f1-hybrid-arastu-summer-late-variety","title":"Bitter Gourd, F1 Hybrid - ARASTU (Summer Late Variety)","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 seeds in the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARASTU is a vigorous F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd variety that produces attractive, dark-green fruits with a deeply ridged and textured surface. It is suitable for late-season sowing and can be grown successfully in rooftop gardens, kitchen gardens, grow bags, large pots and open soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe variety performs best with rich soil, regular moisture, strong climbing support and sufficient morning sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing season:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 June to 15 August\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use direct sowing only. Soak seeds in clean water overnight or for \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing. Sow 2 seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.5 inches deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in the final container and retain the strongest plant after germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow one plant in a \u003cstrong\u003e12 × 12-inch grow bag\u003c\/strong\u003e, 11 × 10-inch grow bag or 12-inch clay pot. Ensure proper drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use rich, soft and well-draining soil:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50% Bhalu Mitti\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50% organic matter, preferably vermicompost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of morning sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e. During extreme heat, start in bright shade and shift the young plant gradually into sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrellis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install a strong bamboo, metal or net trellis early. Guide the vine upward and allow fruits to hang freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Water when the upper soil layer begins to dry and ensure quick drainage during rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add vermicompost before sowing and apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer during active growth. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may produce more leaves and fewer fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e If fruit setting is poor, hand-pollinate female flowers early in the morning using pollen from a freshly opened male flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain good airflow, remove yellow or diseased leaves and inspect regularly for aphids, whiteflies, mites, fruit flies and fungal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest fruits while they are young, tender, firm and dark green. Regular harvesting encourages continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late variety, direct sowing, one plant per 12 × 12-inch grow bag, rich well-draining soil, strong trellis and 6–8 hours of morning sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49270920642817,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/BitterGourd_F1HybridARASTU_GREENGARDENS_3.png?v=1781724136","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/bitter-gourd-f1-hybrid-arastu-summer-late-variety","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}