Bitter Gourd -IMPROVED

Description

Here’s a short and simple care guide for bitter gourd seeds (also known as bitter melon or Momordica charantia):

🌱 Bitter Gourd Seed Care Guide

1. Soaking the Seeds (Optional but Helpful):

• Soak seeds in warm water for 8–12 hours before planting.
• This helps soften the seed coat and speed up germination.

2. Soil Requirements:

• Use well-draining, fertile soil (pH 5.5–6.7).
• Add compost or organic matter for better growth.

3. Sowing:

• Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 12 inches apart.
• Best temperature for germination: 24–30°C (75–86°F).

4. Watering:

• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
• Water regularly, especially during dry spells.

5. Sunlight:

• Needs full sunlight (6–8 hours daily).

6. Germination Time:

• Seeds germinate in 7–14 days.

7. Support:

• Once seedlings grow, provide trellis or vertical support.