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Lagenaria siceraria Australian Warted

Lagenaria siceraria Australian Warted

The teardrop-shaped fruits, about 20 cm high, are light green and slightly deformed.

Unit

seed
Graduated prices
From 50 seeds for 0,130 per seed
From 100 seeds for 0,120 per seed
From 500 seeds for 0,098 per seed
From 1000 seeds for 0,082 per seed
Total amount (seed)
Total incl. VAT: 7,87Total (excl. VAT): 6,50

Description

Lagenaria siceraria – Australian Warted: decorative and edible ornamental pumpkin

Lagenaria siceraria Australian Warted, also known as warty gourd or bottle gourd, is a striking climbing vine known for its unique, warty fruits and versatile uses. This variety is ideal for gardeners seeking a decorative, edible, and creative garden plant, suitable for vertical cultivation on pergolas, fences, or trellises, as well as for use in craft projects or culinary applications.

The Australian Warted stands out with its exotic, unique appearance, making it a real eye-catcher in the vegetable garden, on the balcony, or in garden projects.


Unique features of Australian Warted

The fruits of Lagenaria siceraria Australian Warted are long, bottle-shaped gourds with a distinctive, warty texture that adds a decorative touch. This variety can be harvested fresh or dried, making it a versatile plant. Dried fruits are often used for crafts, musical instruments, lamps, or decorative projects, while the young fruits are edible in various culinary preparations.

The plant itself is a fast grower with sturdy green leaves and tendrils that easily cling to supports, creating a beautiful vertical canopy.


Versatile applications in gardens and landscapes

Vertical farming

  • Perfect for pergolas, trellises and fences, the plant quickly gains height and forms a decorative green wall.

  • The striking fruits hang decoratively from the vines, creating a colorful and exotic effect.

Vegetable garden and culinary applications

  • Young fruits are edible and can be used in soups, stews and other dishes.

  • An interesting choice for vegetable gardens or educational projects, where children or adults learn about exotic vegetables.

Decorative and craft projects

  • Dried fruits are ideal for crafts, lamps, musical instruments or decorative sculptures.

  • The warty texture makes this pumpkin a popular choice for craft projects and garden ornaments.


Characteristics and cultivation information

Lagenaria siceraria Australian Warted is an annual climber that grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. The plant requires a sturdy support system for optimal vertical growth and fruit development.

Important cultivation characteristics

  • Fruit color: green, later dry brown

  • Fruit shape: bottle-shaped, warty

  • Height: 2–4 meters climbing plant

  • Location: full sun

  • Soil: well-drained, humus-rich

  • Water requirements: water regularly, especially during warm periods

  • Flowering period: summer

  • Uses: vertical farming, edible fruits, decorative projects, crafts

The vines grow quickly and need support to properly bear the fruit. Regular watering and fertile soil promote abundant flowering and fruit set. The plant is low-maintenance and can deliver impressive results in a short time.


Why choose Australian Warted?

  • Unique, warty fruits for decoration or creative projects

  • Fast climbing plant for pergolas, fences and trellises

  • Edible young fruits for culinary applications

  • Multifunctional: decoration, crafts, education and vegetable garden

  • Easy to grow in sunny, nutritious conditions

  • Offers visual spectacle and an exotic look

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Height

Creeping or tied up, climbing.

Article number

KAAW111

Number of seeds per gram

About 6

Tips for sowing

Dark germinator. Optimal germination temperature is between 20°C and 27°C.

Delivered as

Normal seed.

Note

A constant, warm soil temperature is crucial for germination.

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