Description: Buffalo gourds (Cucurbita foetidissima) are native to the Chihuahuan Desert and grow throughout the high deserts of New Mexico. The fruits can be used in a variety of ways. The seeds are edible (roasted like pumpkin seeds) and much of the rest of the plant is a potent insecticide and also has medicinal value. (I'll send more information with your seed order.) This desert-dwelling gourd can be grown as an ornamental ground cover and thrive in very tough conditions. A single spawling vine with its fuzzy blue-gray green leaves and bright yellow squash-like blossoms can cover 400 square feet. We grow Buffalo gourds for fall decorations because the 3 inch, hard-shelled fruit keeps its beautiful color for six months or more. Traditionally, the fruits were carved or painted as decorative vessels or rattles. An artist can turn these hard-shelled gourds into a variety of ornamental objects. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.
Price: 5.25 USD
Location: Espanola, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-07-22T17:50:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Type: naturally processed seed
Plant Category: Fruits/Vegetables/Flowers
Germanation: 90% or better
Item Type: Seeds
Model: fresh seed, hand processed and sorted
Brand: J&L Gardens
