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Lagenaria siceraria Birdhouse

Lagenaria siceraria Birdhouse

Large bottle-shaped gourd, light green.

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 – Birdhouse: unique ornamental pumpkin for garden, crafts and birdhouses

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.


Unique features of Birdhouse

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.


Versatile applications in gardens and landscapes

Vertical farming

  • 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.

Vegetable garden and education

  • 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.

Decorative and craft projects

  • 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.


Characteristics and cultivation information

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.

Important cultivation characteristics

  • 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.


Why choose Birdhouse?

  • 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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Height

Creeping or tied up, climbing.

Article number

KAB002a

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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