Vietnamese Luffa SEEDS (Luffa aegyptiaca) – Heirloom & Untreated
Also known as: Sponge Gourd, Egyptian Cucumber

Discover the ultimate dual-purpose plant! The Vietnamese Luffa is a vigorous, fast-growing vine that is both a delicious vegetable and a source of natural sponges. Harvest the young, tender fruit to eat like zucchini in stir-fries and curries. If left to mature, the fruit develops into a tough, fibrous sponge that is perfect for eco-friendly cleaning in your kitchen or bathroom.

This versatile heirloom vine loves to climb and will quickly cover a trellis, fence, or arbor, adding lush greenery to your garden. An easy and rewarding plant to grow from seed.

Product Details:

• Price is for one (1) packet containing 5 seeds.

• Naturally harvested from our plants in Pacific Haven, QLD.

• Dispatch within Australia only. We can only send to QLD, NSW, VIC, and SA.

Sowing & Growing Tips

• Germination Tip: For best results, soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to significantly speed up germination.

• Sowing: Sow seeds in a warm, sunny position after the last frost. Plant directly into the garden or in pots using a quality potting mix.

• Support: Provide a strong trellis, fence, or other structure for the vine to climb on.

• Position: Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It does not like to sit in waterlogged ground. Slightly raised garden beds are ideal.

• Care: This easy-to-grow plant prefers moderate watering. The better the soil quality, the more vigorously it will grow and produce.

Additional Notes

• Freshness: Our seeds are freshly harvested for optimal viability.

• Pick-up: Local pick-up is by appointment only.

• Disclaimer: As with any new food, we recommend you research before consumption. Please also see the full disclaimer in the footer of this page. Germination and growth success can depend on local conditions and gardening practices.