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VEGETABLE SPONGE luffa cylindrical This annual climber bears cucumber-like fruits that, when dried, becomes an organic bathing sponge. Grow them up an arbour or on a fence. Over the season they will grow 250 cm or larger. Harvest in the autumn andfinish drying them in a well ventilated area.Soak ripe luffa gourds in warm water for 24 hrs. remove skin, wash well with water and bleach to remove seeds and pulp. Air dry until completely dry. Type: Annual Light: sun Soil: good garden soil Spacing: 90 cm Height: Vines will grow over 200 cm Season: summer to fall Propagation: Direct seed after frost danger. OR Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Sow 2cm deep. Germinate @ 20C. Set out after frost danger. Note: Make sure fruits are kept off ground to prevent rot. SEED COUNT: Approx. 15
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