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Lagenaria siceraria Dipper extra long handled

Lagenaria siceraria Dipper extra long handled

Similar to Dipper, but with a much longer neck.

Unit

seed
Graduated prices
From 50 seeds for 0,140 per seed
From 100 seeds for 0,130 per seed
From 500 seeds for 0,098 per seed
From 1000 seeds for 0,088 per seed
Total amount (seed)
Total incl. VAT: 8,47Total (excl. VAT): 7,00

Description

Lagenaria siceraria – Dipper Extra Long Handled: unique, long gourds for gardening, drying and decoration

Lagenaria siceraria Dipper Extra Long Handled is a striking and versatile annual vine known for its tall, elegant gourds with extra-long necks. This variety is ideal for gardeners, hobbyists, and crafters looking for a decorative and functional plant for vertical farming, craft projects, or educational applications.

The Dipper Extra Long Handled is distinguished by its exceptionally long berries, making it perfect for drying, decorative projects and creative applications.


Unique features of Dipper Extra Long Handled

The fruits of the Lagenaria siceraria Dipper Extra Long Handled have a long, straight neck, ideal for making traditional spoons, decorative objects, or craft projects. Like other gourds, these fruits are durable once dried and can be stored for years.

The plant itself is a fast, luxuriant climber, developing sturdy tendrils and broad leaves, easily clinging to pergolas, fences, or trellises. This provides beautiful vertical coverage and optimal fruit development.


Versatile applications in garden and creative projects

Vertical farming

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

  • The long gourds hang gracefully from the vines, creating an impressive decorative effect.

Drying and decoration

  • Mature gourds are ideal for drying and retain their shape and structure for years.

  • Perfect for crafts, lamps, musical instruments, decorative objects or other craft projects.

Vegetable garden and education

  • Gourds are easy to grow and fast-growing, making them suitable for educational projects and vegetable gardens.

  • Young fruits can be used for culinary purposes, although this variety is mainly grown for decoration and crafts.


Characteristics and cultivation information

Lagenaria siceraria Dipper Extra Long Handled grows best in warm, well-drained soil and needs plenty of space to fully develop its tendrils and fruits.

Important cultivation characteristics

  • Fruit shape: long gourd with extra long neck

  • Maturation time: 130 days

  • Location: full sun

  • Soil: well-drained, nutritious

  • Water requirements: water regularly, especially during warm periods

  • Height cultivation: produces straight fruits

  • Ground cultivation: produces interesting, natural shapes

  • Uses: vertical cultivation, drying, decoration, handicraft, crafts

Growing advice: Sowing from late April and planting in a sunny location yields the best results. Each plant needs at least 2–3 square meters of space to grow well. Gourds grow very quickly, so sufficient space and support are essential.


Why choose Dipper Extra Long Handled?

  • Exceptionally long gourds with straight necks for crafts and decoration

  • Fast, lush climbing plant for pergolas, fences and trellises

  • Ideal for drying: fruits remain good for years

  • Multifunctional: decoration, crafts, education and vegetable garden

  • Easy to grow in warm, well-drained soil

  • Creates visually impressive and unique gardens

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Height

Creeping or tied up, climbing.

Article number

KADE006

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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