Ornamental Gourd ‘Green Bottle’ – Unique Bottle-Shaped Gourds

The ‘Green Bottle’ (Cucurbita pepo) produces charming, bottle-shaped ornamental gourds in rich green hues. Their distinctive shape and smooth texture make them perfect for autumn displays, table décor, and seasonal crafts. Easy to grow and long-lasting after harvest, these gourds add a rustic and whimsical touch to any garden or home.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive bottle shape for unique décor

• Smooth, rich green fruits

• Long-lasting when cured

• Adds rustic charm to autumn displays

Key Features

• Trailing vines up to 3 m

• Annual – grown for ornamental fruit

• Harvest in late summer to autumn

• Stores well for months after curing

• Thrives in warm, sunny conditions

Ideal For

• Autumn and Thanksgiving table displays

• Rustic home décor and crafts

• Seasonal wreaths and centerpieces

• Conversation piece in gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost or direct after frost risk passes

• Plant seeds 2–3 cm deep

• Germination: 7–10 days at 20–25°C

• Space 90–120 cm apart in full sun, fertile soil

• Mulch and water regularly for best growth