Lagenaria siceraria Birdhouse, also known as birdhouse squash, is a unique annual vine known for its decorative, birdhouse-shaped fruits. This variety is ideal for gardeners and hobbyists looking for a creative, multifunctional plant, suitable for vertical cultivation on pergolas, trellises, or fences, and for craft or educational projects.
Birdhouse stands out with its unique fruit shape, making it a real eye-catcher in the vegetable garden, on the balcony, or in an ecological garden design.
The fruits of Lagenaria siceraria Birdhouse have a characteristic birdhouse shape, ideal for both decorative purposes and craft projects. Mature fruits can be dried and hollowed out to create unique birdhouses or crafts, while young fruits can also be used for culinary purposes.
The plant itself is a fast grower with sturdy tendrils and broad leaves that easily cling to supports, creating a beautiful vertical wall and showing off the fruits to their best advantage.
Perfect for pergolas, trellises and fences, the climbing plant quickly gains height and forms a decorative green wall.
The birdhouse-shaped fruits hang gracefully from the vines, creating a playful and creative effect.
Young fruits are edible and can be used in various dishes.
Excellent for educational gardens, where children or students learn about unique vegetables and creative uses.
Mature, dried fruits can be used for crafts, birdhouses, lamps, or other creative projects.
The unique shape makes Birdhouse a popular choice for artistic and ecological garden projects.
Lagenaria siceraria Birdhouse is an annual climber that grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. For optimal vertical growth and fruit development, a sturdy support system is required.
Fruit shape: birdhouse-like, decorative
Fruit color: green when young, brown after drying
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, crafts, education
The vines grow quickly, and the fruits develop best with sufficient sun and nutrients. Harvesting fruits at the right time is essential for culinary applications and decorative projects.
Unique birdhouse-shaped fruits for decoration or crafts
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
Creates visually playful and ecologically valuable gardens
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