Can bottle gourds be grown in pots?
GOURDING TIPS OF THE MONTH LET THE SEASON BEGIN TRY CONTAINER GROWING For many of us, May is the month to get those seeds in the ground. All chances of frost are gone. (Thank goodness). I know a lot of people don’t have the room that I do for growing gourds but they would still like to try their hand at it. I must suggest that they try growing a few in containers. I’ve had very good luck with container grown gourds and think you would too. What have you got to lose, go for it!!! I have grown gourds in containers for several years and have used anything and everything for a container, such as old wash tubs, clay pots, plastic pots. You name it. So you don’t have to fuss about the container you use. I was told that clay pots absorb more of the moisture, so if you are going to purchase pots go with plastic or metal, however, if you already have clay use them. I would suggest if growing in the containers you pick one of the smaller varieties such as the mini bottle, banana, or egg gourds.
