Bottle Gourd, known as Lauki in Hindi, is a climbing fruit vegetable native to Africa, valued in Indian cooking for its mild flavor and versatility in curries and soups. This Lagenaria siceraria F1 hybrid Long variety grows as a vigorous climbing vine 3–6 m tall, producing medium to long fruit ready for harvest in 55–70 days.
Beginner-friendly and well suited to vertical gardens, this Bottle Gourd variety needs a sturdy trellis or wall support to climb — pair with our HDPE Rectangular Grow Bags placed near a strong support structure, since this vine grows taller than the Round variety.
Direct sow seeds from February to April or June to July for a Spring, Summer, or Monsoon harvest, spacing plants 90–120 cm apart in rows 200–250 cm apart. Bottle Gourd pairs well in the garden with Beans, Corn, and Radish — see our Sponge Gourd seeds to grow a complementary vertical-garden combination.
How to Grow Long Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
Bottle Gourd Growing Season in India
Long Bottle Gourd grows best in India during Spring, Summer, and Monsoon, with sowing windows in February–April and June–July. Warm soil (22–35°C) supports the fastest, most reliable germination for this vigorous vine.
How to Grow Bottle Gourd in Vertical and Terrace Gardens
This Long variety grows even taller than the Round type, reaching 3–6 m, so sturdy support is essential. - Provide a strong trellis, overhead netting, or wall support at least 2.5 m tall - Recommended spacing: 90–120 cm between plants, 200–250 cm between rows - Sowing depth: 2–3 cm, directly into moist soil
Sowing and Germination
Soak seeds in water for 6–8 hours before sowing to improve germination speed, which typically takes 5–10 days. For India-specific sowing calendars, ICAR's state agricultural university network publishes regional guidance.
Ongoing Care
Water moderately and train vines onto support structures early, since the elongated fruit can grow quite heavy. Full sun is essential for good fruit set. Harvest fruit while the skin is still tender enough to dent with a fingernail, typically 55–70 days after sowing.
Common Name: Bottle Gourd (Lauki)
Vegetable Type: Fruiting Vegetable
Fruit Color: Light Green
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: F1 Hybrid
Germination Time: 5–10 Days
Days to Harvest: 55–70 Days
Sowing Season: Spring, Summer, Monsoon
Best Sowing Months (India): Feb–Apr, Jun–Jul
Harvest Duration: 6–8 Weeks
Fruit Size: Medium to Long
Plant Height: Vine up to 3–6 m
Growth Habit: Climbing Vine
Taste Profile: Mild, Tender
Genus: Lagenaria
Scientific Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Plant Family: Cucurbitaceae
Native Region: Africa
Sunlight: Full Sun (6–8 Hours)
Water Requirement: Moderate
Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
Temperature Range: 22–35°C
Direct Sow / Transplant: Direct Sow
Plant Spacing: 90–120 cm
Row Spacing: 200–250 cm
Container Friendly: Yes (Large Containers/Grow Bags)
Beginner Friendly: Yes
Common Growing Problems: Fruit Fly, Aphids, Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Poor Fruit Set
Popular Uses: Curry, Soup, Juice, Stuffed Dishes
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