{"product_id":"bottle-gourd-desi-kadu-seeds-summer","title":"Bottle Gourd Seeds – Desi Kadu (SUMMER) دیسی کدو گول","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Gourd (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLagenaria siceraria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), commonly known as Desi Kadu, Lauki or Ghiya, is a traditional summer vegetable widely grown throughout Pakistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesi Kadu is appreciated for its tender flesh, mild taste and versatility in everyday Pakistani cooking. Unlike commercial F1 hybrids, traditional open-pollinated varieties can show natural variation in fruit shape, size and growth characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts vigorous climbing vines grow well on strong trellises or overhead supports, making it suitable for home kitchen gardens, rooftop spaces and large grow bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith adequate sunlight, regular watering, balanced nutrition and successful pollination, plants can provide repeated harvests throughout the summer growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name: Lagenaria siceraria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Bottle Gourd \/ Desi Kadu \/ Lauki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety: Traditional Desi Kadu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Warm-season climbing vegetable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruits: Green, smooth-skinned gourds with natural variation in shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh: Tender, white and mild-flavoured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Features: Traditional variety, suitable for kitchen gardening and repeated harvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Grow Bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG-24 F Grow Bag – 24 × 18 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 1 plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG-28 F Grow Bag – 28 × 18 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 1 plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide a strong trellis approximately 6–7 feet high or a sturdy overhead support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure the support structure can carry vigorous vines and developing gourds safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Soil \/ Potting Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% Bhalu Mitti \/ Garden Soil + 30% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e + 20% Cocopeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse fertile, loose, organic-rich and well-draining soil. Maintain consistent soil moisture without allowing waterlogging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions from Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMethod: Direct sowing preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth: Approximately 2–2.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination: 5–12 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Temperature: 25–30°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Spacing: Approximately 90–120 cm with trellis support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Keep soil evenly moist until germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow 1–2 seeds per planting position and retain the healthiest seedling after germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor untreated seeds, soaking in room-temperature water for 6–12 hours before sowing may help soften the seed coat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall a strong trellis early and gently guide developing vines towards the support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight \u0026amp; Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight: Full sun, preferably 6–8 hours daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruit development. Maintain consistent moisture while avoiding waterlogging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Harvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Harvest: Approximately 60–80 days after sowing, depending on growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting Season: Summer to early autumn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Vigorous climbing and branching vine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Type: Green, smooth-skinned bottle gourds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest fruits while they are young, tender and suitable for cooking, before their skin becomes hard and seeds mature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular harvesting encourages continued fruit production and helps maintain good eating quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into the soil before sowing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply additional vermicompost as needed during active vine growth, flowering and fruit development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen feeding, which may encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowering and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination \u0026amp; Fruit Development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle gourd produces separate male and female flowers on the same plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts white flowers commonly open during the evening and are pollinated by insects, including moths and other suitable pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuccessful pollination is necessary for healthy fruit development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf small developing gourds turn yellow and drop prematurely, insufficient pollination may be one possible cause.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand pollination during the evening or early morning may help when natural pollination is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesi Kadu is widely used in traditional Pakistani cooking, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesi Kadu ka Salan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLauki with Chana Dal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKadu with Qeema\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLauki Kofta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStuffed Kadu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional homemade vegetable dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts tender flesh and mild flavour make it suitable for curries, vegetable combinations and everyday home cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGREEN GARDENS Grow Bags – G-24 F \u0026amp; 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