Apple Bitter Melon Seeds | Heirloom Bitter Gourd
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Product Features Introduction
Introducing the White Apple Bitter Melon, a truly unique and stunning vine that adds exotic elegance and a powerhouse of nutrition to any garden. This remarkable heirloom variety stands apart from common dark green types, maturing to a beautiful, creamy ivory color with a distinctive, wrinkled "alligator skin" texture that is sure to be a conversation starter. While it offers the signature bitter flavor cherished in many Asian, Indian, and Caribbean cuisines, it is often considered slightly milder and more versatile. Beyond its striking appearance, it is a vigorous and prolific climber, perfect for trellises, and is renowned as a superfood, packed with health-benefiting compounds. Grow it for its beauty, its culinary adventure, and its celebrated health properties.
Product At a Glance
- Planting Months: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outdoors only after the soil is thoroughly warm.
- Light Requirements: Full Sun.
- Spacing/Depth: Soak seeds for 24 hours before sowing. Plant ½ to 1 inch deep. Space plants 36-48 inches apart. A strong trellis is highly recommended.
- Days to Germination: 7-14 days (with pre-soaking).
- Days to Harvest: 65-75 days (from transplant).
Growing Guide
1. Soil Preparation:
This vine thrives in well-drained, fertile soil. Amending the planting area with compost will provide the nutrients needed for vigorous growth.
2. Planting and Support:
For best results, start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date, after soaking them in water for 24 hours to improve germination. Transplant the seedlings outdoors only when the weather is consistently warm. A strong trellis, fence, or other support structure is essential. It saves garden space, improves air circulation to prevent disease, and helps the fruits grow straight and remain clean.
3. Care During Growth:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. This fast-growing vine will quickly cover its support with lush foliage when given ample sunlight and water.
4. Harvesting:
For the best texture and to manage the level of bitterness, harvest the fruits when they are still firm and have reached their signature creamy-white color, typically at 4-6 inches in length. Harvesting before they turn a deep yellow is key. Picking fruits regularly encourages the plant to produce more throughout the season.
