This is a new group of ornamental gourds that come in various shapes and colors most with wings. These could be highly profitable for growers because of the unique shapes and colors. And what a great novelty for the home gardener or crafter! Planting and harvesting : These should be planted early so that the gourds will be mature prior to harvest. Immature wings on gourds can be damaged very easily and will rot. It's uncertain whether mechanical washers and waxers are gentle enough for these gourds. Cover a trellis, arbor or fence this summer with fast-growing vines and pick an amazing variety of colorful gourds this fall. Gourds keep well for months and make wonderful decorations and crafts. Planting Instructions: Plant seeds outdoors after the last frost in soil enriched with compost or rotted manure. (Seeds can be started indoors in 3-inch peat pots 4 weeks before transplanting.) Use plastic mulch in cool climates to retain heat in the soil. GROWING For nicely shaped gourds, grow vines on a trellis or fence. (Vines will spread 10 to 15 feet.) Fertilize monthly. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. HARVESTING Pick gourds when vines are dry. Cut - don't pull - from the vine, leaving a 1-inch handle attached. Hang in a cool, airy place to dry for 3 to 4 weeks. Dried gourds may be waxed or varnished.

Autumn Wings Large (100 days) A unique gourd of many colors with wings, warts and with the fruit shape of a swan gourd. Its bulb size is 2 1/2" or 3" in diameter with the neck up to 12" long. A great addition of a fancy gourd selection for the ornamental trade. This gourd averages 7000 seeds per pound. (AWL-SS) Autumn Wings Large Swan 1 oz. $26.50 (AWL-4-SS) Autumn Wings Large 4 oz. $74 (AWL-lb-SS) Autumn Wings Large 1 lb. $226 Autumn Wings Medium (100 days) A unique gourd of many colors with wings with the fruit the shape of a spoon but with wings. Its bulb size is 2 m1/2" or 3" in diameter with the neck up to 6" long. A great addition of fancy ornamental gourd for the ornamental trade. This gourd averages 7000 seeds per pound. (AWM-SS) Autumn Wings Medium 1 oz. $26.50 (AWM-4-SS) Autumn Wings Medium 4 oz. $74 (AWM-lb-SS) Autumn Wings Medium 1 lb. $226 Autumn Wings Small A unique gourd of many colors with wings and fruit shape of a swan pear. Its bulb size is 2 1/2" or 3' in diameter with a neck up to 4-5" long. Has great potential for the shipper if the wings can be protected. A great addition to the ornamental trade. This gourd averages 7000 seeds per pound. (AWS-SS) Autumn Wings Small 1 oz. $26.50 (AWS-4-SS) Autumn Wings Small 4 oz. $74 (AWS-lb-SS) Autumn Wings Small 1 lb. $226

Ornamental Gourds Mix Ornamental runner plant produces various shapes of graceful fruits with spots, striations and speckles of various colors. Annual. Cover a trellis, arbor or fence this summer with fast-growing vines and pick an amazing variety of colorful gourds this fall. Gourds keep well for months and make wonderful decorations and crafts. Ready to pick 90 days after planting. Days to Sprout 7 - 10. Plant seeds outdoors after the last frost in soil enriched with compost or rotted manure. (Seeds can be started indoors in 3-inch peat pots 4 weeks before transplanting.) Use plastic mulch in cool climates to retain heat in the soil. For nicely shaped gourds, grow vines on a trellis or fence. (Vines will spread 10 to 15 feet.) Fertilize monthly. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. HARVESTING Pick gourds when vines are dry. Cut - don't pull - from the vine, leaving a 1-inch handle attached. Hang in a cool, airy place to dry for 3 to 4 weeks. Dried gourds may be waxed or varnished. (FZU01-SS)Ornamental Gourds Mix Large Packet $2.50

Shenot Crown of Thorns Gourds A crown of thorns selection that produces a wide assortment of color combinations. Approx. 8000 seeds per lb. (COT-SS) Shenot Crown of Thorns 1 oz. $12.75 (COT-4-SS) Shenot Crown of Thorns 4oz. $30.25 (COT-lb-SS) Shenot Crown of Thorns 1 lb. $86

Dipper Gourd A dipper strain with a slender neck 2" in length. Smooth surface. Approx. 2500 seeds per lb. (DG-SS) Dipper Gourd 1 oz. $12

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