Crown of Thorns Gourd (Cucurbita pepo)

A unique ornamental yielding crown-shaped, bicolored fruits in varied hues of gold, green, orange, white, and yellow. Beautiful gourds are 4-5” in diameter – great for decorative autumn arrangements. Plants typically yield 15 gourds each.

• 20 seeds minimum
• Germination: 7-15 days
• Maturity: 95 days
• Direct sow ½” deep in full sun after last frost date.
• Space plants 8” apart in rows 4-6’ apart or plant 3 seeds on hills 3-4’ apart.