How long is the growth cycle of gourd?

Gourd mainly grows in Pingchuan, low-lying land and dry land with irrigation conditions. The soil needs a good drainage system and fertile soil. Mainly distributed in tropical to temperate regions of the world, cultivated all over China.

Growth cycle of gourd

The growth characteristics of gourd mainly show that it likes warm and sheltered environment and its seedlings are afraid of freezing. The growth period of gourd is usually around 7 months, which varies with regional characteristics.

Growth speed of gourd

The growth cycle of gourd is mainly divided into germination stage, seedling stage, initial flowering stage and fruiting stage. The germination stage is from seed germination to the first true leaf, the seedling stage is from the first true leaf to 4-5 true leaves, and the initial flowering and fruiting stage is from seedling colonization to the first female flower flowering. Pumpkin grows fast, with a germination period of 5-7 days, a seedling period of about 25 days, a planting period of about 20-25 days and a fruiting period of 40-60 days.

Management of gourd growth cycle

Under normal circumstances, the annual yield per mu of gourd is about 1500 kg, which can reach about 5000 kg if properly maintained.

Temperature management

Gourd likes high temperature environment and is not resistant to low temperature frost. The suitable temperature for its growth is 20~25℃. Seeds usually germinate at 65438 05℃, and the optimum germination temperature is 30~35℃.

Fertilization management

Fertilize in time during the growth period of gourd to ensure adequate nutrients. When the seedlings grow to 5-7 leaves, apply decomposed organic fertilizer, add appropriate amount of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer, cover the soil and water, and apply nitrogen fertilizer and water in time after fruit setting to ensure the supply of fertilizer and water in the fruiting period.