Hybrid Ridge Gourd Seeds

Grow productive Asian summer vines with Hybrid Ridge Gourd Seeds (Luffa acutangula)—called turai, peerkangai, or beerakaya in South Asian kitchens. These vigorous F1 hybrid seeds deliver high yields of tender ridged pods perfect for UAE summer cooking. Available at Souq Garden with delivery across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.

Why Hybrid Ridge Gourd Excels in UAE Summers

Ridge gourd is one of the few crops that thrives in UAE peak heat (April-October). Hybrid varieties offer faster maturity (55-65 days), uniform pod size, and higher yield than open-pollinated types—perfect for home gardeners maximising summer harvests.

Key Features and Specifications

• Type: F1 hybrid
• Botanical name: Luffa acutangula
• Vine length: 4-6 metres climbing
• Pod length: 20-30cm
• Maturity: 55-65 days from sowing
• Yield: 20-40 pods per plant
• Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours
• Plant spacing: 60-90cm

Care Guide

Sowing

Pre-soak seeds 12 hours. Direct sow 2-3cm deep in March-August when soil warms above 22°C.

Trellising

Build sturdy 2.5m trellis or pergola. Ridge gourd vines climb vigorously and produce best vertically.

Watering

Drip irrigate 3-4cm weekly. Mulch heavily to retain summer moisture.

Pollination

Bee-pollinated. Encourage pollinators or hand-pollinate at dawn for assured fruit set.

Feeding

Balanced feed every 2 weeks; potash-rich during fruiting.

Best Uses

• Turai sabzi (Indian ridge gourd curry)
• Peerkangai kootu (Tamil dish)
• Filipino patola soup
• Stir-fries with garlic and prawns
• Dal with ridge gourd chunks

Common Problems and Solutions

• Bitter pods: Stress or over-mature—harvest young at 20-25cm.
• Fruit fly damage: Hang pheromone traps; harvest before maturity.
• Powdery mildew: Spray neem and improve airflow.
• Poor fruit set: Hand-pollinate in early morning.
• Aphids: Spray water jets and neem oil weekly.

Why Buy Hybrid Ridge Gourd Seeds from Souq Garden

Souq Garden offers fresh hybrid ridge gourd seeds with batch-tested germination. Same-day Dubai delivery and next-day shipping to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When should I sow ridge gourd in UAE?
March through August for summer-autumn harvests.

Q2: Do I need a trellis?
Yes—trellising gives straight pods, more yield, and easier harvest.

Q3: When to harvest?
20-25cm long while pods are still tender—every 2-3 days at peak.

Q4: Can I grow ridge gourd in containers?
Yes—use 30L+ pots with strong vertical support.

Q5: How long do plants produce?
3-4 months of continuous harvest.

Q6: Can I save hybrid seeds?
No—F1 hybrid seeds don't breed true; buy fresh each season.