Bitter Gourd Long Seeds - (Kareli Jhalri) {SUMMER}

20 seeds in the pack.

Bitter Gourd “Kareli Jhalri” is a popular local variety known for its long, deeply ridged (jhalri) fruits with dark green color and strong bitter taste. It is highly valued for its medicinal properties and is widely used in Pakistani and Asian cuisine. This vigorous climbing plant produces a high yield and performs very well in warm climates, making it an excellent choice for home gardens and commercial cultivation.

Sowing Season in Pakistan:

• Spring: February to April

• Monsoon: June to July (in suitable regions)

Growing Season:

• Warm season crop

• Ideal temperature: 25–35°C

• Requires full sunlight and support for climbing

• Suitable for open fields, trellises, fences, and large containers

Harvest:

• First picking: 50–60 days after sowing

• Harvest fruits when young and green (15–20 cm) for best taste and tenderness

• Regular harvesting increases continuous fruiting

Plant & Fruit Details:

• Fruit type: Long, deeply ridged (Jhalri)

• Fruit color: Dark green

• Taste: Strongly bitter (medicinal quality)

• Growth habit: Vigorous climber

• High yielding and long harvesting period

Growing Instructions:

• Direct sow in well-drained, fertile loamy soil

• Sowing depth: 2–3 cm

• Spacing: 60–75 cm between plants

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Provide trellis or net for vine support

• Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruiting

• Apply organic manure and balanced NPK fertilizer

Additional Information:

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and iron

• Helps in blood sugar control and digestion

• Ideal for fresh vegetable markets and kitchen gardens

• Can be grown on rooftop and balcony with proper support

Uses:

• Curries and sabzi

• Stir-fry and fried karela

• Traditional medicinal use

• Juice and health recipes