A very interesting and unique variety where mature cucumbers are dried and hollowed out to be used as, among other things, sponges for washing, dishwashing or soap holders. The cool and natural sponge absorbs moisture incredibly well, making it a fantastic helper in both the kitchen and bathroom. The sponge cucumber also dries very quickly and is also very easy to clean. The easiest way is to just rinse it thoroughly and squeeze it out. It also works great to boil it or heat it in the microwave if you want to clean it a little extra.
In addition to this use, the variety has very nice and decorative vines with yellow beautiful flowers. The cucumbers can also be eaten when they are small, as well as the yellow sweet flowers that are excellent as a garnish on both food and pastries.
So if you are looking for a unique and fun cucumber variety with a wide range of uses, we think you should try the charming sponge cucumber. Or maybe you're tired of constantly buying new dish sponges, washcloths, and dish towels and looking for a more natural and sustainable solution? Then Luffa cylindrica is definitely the variety for you.
Product information
Sowing/Planting time
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Number of seeds
21
Germination
80%
Color
Green
Sowing depth
1-2 cm
Row spacing
60 cm
Plant spacing
60 cm
Germination time
10-20 days
Lifecycle
Annual
Light conditions
Full Sun
Care and cultivation advice
Start indoors in planting soil or vegetable soil, and make sure to cover with transparent covering equipped with air holes or use a mini greenhouse for best results. One seed in each small seed pot is easiest, but it is also possible to sow several seeds in a larger pot and then move them when they have grown up a little to one plant per pot.
Make sure to water the soil thoroughly before planting. Place the sowing in about 25 degrees Celsius before germination and around 16-20 degrees Celsius after germination. After germination, the plants also want to stand in as much light as possible, so preferably in a sunny window or under grow lights.
The plants benefit from being transplanted once during indoor cultivation. This means that when the roots appear on the underside of the pot, it is time to move it to a slightly larger pot.
The plants can be planted outdoors after hardening off and when the risk of frost is over and the night temperature does not fall below +8 degrees Celsius. Plant the plants where the roots have plenty of room to grow. A raised bed, greenhouse or a 10-liter pot are some good examples. Choose a sunny outdoor location like a sheltered patio or a greenhouse for best results. Also remember that this variety needs support to grow nicely and thrive!
Delivery and shipping information
All orders received before 12:00 will be shipped the same day. We will send your seeds directly to your mailbox via Postnord. For orders with bulbs, tubers and larger products, we will send to a Postnord agent, to a parcel box or home delivery via Instabox. Your delivery will arrive 48 hours after we receive your order.
We carefully pack the seed bags in 100% plastic-free climate-compensated packaging. In addition, we also choose to climate-compensate all our deliveries. We do this by donating to a project that focuses on the Swedish forest and its diversity.
Free shipping seeds €39 and bulbs €69
Delivery to your mailbox within 3-6 days
Climate compensated deliveries
30-day open purchase
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