{"product_id":"bottle-gourd-bulb-shape-f1-hybrid-bolby-late-summer-variety","title":"Bottle Gourd Bulb Shape, F1 Hybrid  - BOLBY (Summer Late Variety)","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 seeds in the pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBOLBY is a vigorous F1 Hybrid Bottle Gourd variety that produces attractive light-green fruits with a distinctive bulb or pear shape. It is especially suitable for late-season sowing during hot and humid weather and can be grown successfully in rooftop gardens, kitchen gardens, grow bags, large pots and open soil beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety performs best when given rich soil, regular moisture, strong climbing support and sufficient morning sunlight. Its vigorous vine growth and attractive fruit shape make it an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking productive summer vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📢Important Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The seeds are Thiram-treated for protection against certain seed-borne and soil-borne fungal problems. Treated seeds are for sowing only and must not be consumed.\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Season\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest sowing period: \u003cstrong\u003e20 June to 15 August \u003c\/strong\u003e(Recommended for Hot Climate Areas) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003edirect sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e; do not prepare seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak seeds in clean water \u003cstrong\u003eovernight or for 4–5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow 2 seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.5 inches deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in the final container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter germination, retain the strongest plant only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePot \/ Grow Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow \u003cstrong\u003eone plant per container\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 × 12-inch grow bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11 × 10-inch grow bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12-inch clay pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure sufficient drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse rich, soft and well-draining soil:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50% Bhalu Mitti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50% organic matter, preferably vermicompost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of morning sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e. During extreme heat, begin in a bright shaded location and gradually shift the young plant into sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrellis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall a strong bamboo, metal or net trellis early. Guide the vine upward and allow fruits to hang freely for proper bulb shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep 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\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 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\u003ch3\u003ePollination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale flowers usually appear first. If fruits are not setting, hand-pollinate female flowers early in the morning using pollen from a freshly opened male flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove weak, yellow or diseased leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect young plants from harsh afternoon sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck regularly for aphids, whiteflies, mites, fruit flies and fungal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overcrowding and standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest fruits while they are \u003cstrong\u003eyoung, tender, smooth and light green\u003c\/strong\u003e. Regular harvesting encourages continued fruit 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📢Important Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThiram-Treated Seeds, Do not use these seeds for food, feed or oil purposes.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49270345728257,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/BottleGourdBOLBY_GREENGARDENS_1.png?v=1781720118","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/bottle-gourd-bulb-shape-f1-hybrid-bolby-late-summer-variety","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}