Ash Gourd, also known as Winter Melon, Was Gourd or White Pumpkin is a large fruit rich in rich in vitamin C, B1 and B3. One of the most alkaline vegetables in the Indian subcontinent, it is also the most undervalued. The Ash Gourd contains almost 93% water and is very low on calories and fats but is loaded with fibre!
Lights, Water, Action
Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!
Light
Full Sunlight
Watering
Water everyday
Where to grow
Balcony or terrace
Time Till Harvest
12 weeks
Seasonal Information
All seasons
Growth stages
One step at a time, with a lil water and light.
Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in well composted soil
Space the seedlings 100cm by 100cm
Germination will take place in 6-8 days
Harvest in 90-100 days from sowing
Sow, Grow, Reap
Good things take time and care
Sowing
Take a container of your choice which has well drained holes at the bottom
Fill the container with a good growing medium
Sow 2 seeds at the centre of the pot
When growing on a raised bed,sow two seeds per spot in a spacing of 3 x 3 ft
Push the seeds into the growing medium with your fingers. Make sure you cover the seeds completely with this growing medium
Water the sown seed bed immediately by a light shower with a watering can
Follow all the sowing instructions properly
Caring
2 part garden Soil & 1 part any Organic Manure or 1 part garden soil, 1 part Coco Peat & 1 part Vermicompost can be used as a growth medium
Add good quality organic manure in the soil with 2:1 ratio before sowing seeds. Organic manure can be well rotten cow dung manure, farmyard manure, Compost or Vermicompost
Within first 6-8 days your ash gourd seeds will germinate and you will notice tiny sprouts growing
Ash gourd requires proper sunlight to grow well. Keep your Ash Gourd container under open sunlight
Water the plant every day in summers using a watering can for a shower like drizzle
You can harvest ripe Ash gourd fruits after 3 months of seed sowing. Harvesting season can continue for next 3 months
Check for early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections. If you notice any such symptoms, spray your plant with appropriate medicines
Common Problems
Why are my ash gourd seeds not germinating? Ash Gourd prefers warm temperatures ( 60 F to 105 F) and full sunlight. If the temperature is cold, your seeds will not germinate How can I control weeds growing around my ash gourd? Weeds can be controlled using Mulch What is the white powdery residue on my Ash Gourd plant’s leaves? White powdery residue on upper leaf surfaces is a symptom of Powdery Mildew. Keep a watch on the early symptoms of powdery mildew. Use appropriate chemicals to get rid of the powdery mildew
Spill the tea
All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended
Plants with benefits
Rich in fibre and loaded with antioxidants, the Ash Gourd is a wonderful fruit which can be cut, boiled, and eaten on its own or can be added to soups, or green juices. Juice a large cub of it with a glass of water and drink it on an empty stomach every morning and reap the benefits. The ash gourd is very low in calories and carbohydrates. The cooling property of the ash gourd helps in reducing acidity and soothes your gastrointestinal tract to help relieve constipation
What you get
The Ash Gourd is rich in Thiamine ( vitamin B1 ), Niacin ( vitamin B3), Vitamin C and other minerals like Potassium. It is made up of 96% water and is extremely low in calories and high in fibre making it a popular vegetable amongst everyone trying to lose weight. The Ash Gourd is alkaline and has a cooling effect on your stomach. It helps in preventing stomach ulcers and offers relief from acidity. If you want a balanced diet, you should definitely add this wonderful vegetable to your diet
Green trivia
1.In North India, the Ash Gourd is used to make a sweet called “Petha” famous as the Agre ka Petha
2.Ash gourd juiced mixed with lemon makes a great face pack . It will soothe your skin and help you get rid of dark spots
3.The Ash Gourd has a bland taste. It absorbs whatever spices you use efficiently making it an ideal addition to soups and stews
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is ash gourd and white pumpkin the same?
Yes, the Ash Gourd is commonly known as White Pumpkin
Is Ash Gourd good for health
Yes the Ash Gourd is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. The Ash Gourd is rich in Vitamin B1, B3 and Vitamin C. It is also rich in fibre, potassium, and calcium
Does Ash Gourd reduce weight?
The Ash gourd is made up of 96% water. Which means that this vegetable is very low in calories but is high in fibre. Consuming the ash gourd will fill your stomach up without adding too many calories to your diet
What is Ash Gourd also known as?
Ash Gourd is commonly known as White Pumpkin, Winter melon and regionally in India it is also known as Petha kaddu, Kohla, Safed Bhopla, Kuvale, Poosanikai, Boodida gumadikaya, Bood kumbalakai.
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<h2>Growth stages</h2>
<p>One step at a time, with a lil water and light.</p>
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<p>Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in well composted soil</p>
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<p>Germination will take place in 6-8 days</p>
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<p>Harvest in 90-100 days from sowing</p>
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<h2>Spill the tea</h2>
<p>All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended</p>
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<h2>Plants with benefits</h2>
<p>Rich in fibre and loaded with antioxidants, the Ash Gourd is a wonderful fruit which can be cut, boiled, and eaten on its own or can be added to soups, or green juices. Juice a large cub of it with a glass of water and drink it on an empty stomach every morning and reap the benefits. The ash gourd is very low in calories and carbohydrates. The cooling property of the ash gourd helps in reducing acidity and soothes your gastrointestinal tract to help relieve constipation</p>
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<div class="asideSection healthier1 mobileImgShow"><img title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." src="/media/wysiwyg/ashgourd_hwh2.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<h2>What you get</h2>
<p>The Ash Gourd is rich in Thiamine ( vitamin B1 ), Niacin ( vitamin B3), Vitamin C and other minerals like Potassium. It is made up of 96% water and is extremely low in calories and high in fibre making it a popular vegetable amongst everyone trying to lose weight. The Ash Gourd is alkaline and has a cooling effect on your stomach. It helps in preventing stomach ulcers and offers relief from acidity. If you want a balanced diet, you should definitely add this wonderful vegetable to your diet</p>
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<h2>Green trivia</h2>
<p><b>1.</b>In North India, the Ash Gourd is used to make a sweet called “Petha” famous as the Agre ka Petha</p>
<p><b>2.</b>Ash gourd juiced mixed with lemon makes a great face pack . It will soothe your skin and help you get rid of dark spots</p>
<p><b>3.</b>The Ash Gourd has a bland taste. It absorbs whatever spices you use efficiently making it an ideal addition to soups and stews</p>
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions</h1>
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<h2>Is ash gourd and white pumpkin the same?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Yes, the Ash Gourd is commonly known as White Pumpkin</p>
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<h2>Is Ash Gourd good for health<span></span></h2>
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<p>Yes the Ash Gourd is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. The Ash Gourd is rich in Vitamin B1, B3 and Vitamin C. It is also rich in fibre, potassium, and calcium</p>
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<h2>Does Ash Gourd reduce weight?<span></span></h2>
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<p>The Ash gourd is made up of 96% water. Which means that this vegetable is very low in calories but is high in fibre. Consuming the ash gourd will fill your stomach up without adding too many calories to your diet</p>
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<h2>What is Ash Gourd also known as?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Ash Gourd is commonly known as White Pumpkin, Winter melon and regionally in India it is also known as Petha kaddu, Kohla, Safed Bhopla, Kuvale, Poosanikai, Boodida gumadikaya, Bood kumbalakai.</p>
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<h2>Sow, Grow, Reap</h2>
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<h3>Sowing</h3>
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<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Take a container of your choice which has well drained holes at the bottom</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Fill the container with a good growing medium</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Sow 2 seeds at the centre of the pot</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">When growing on a raised bed,sow two seeds per spot in a spacing of 3 x 3 ft</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Push the seeds into the growing medium with your fingers. Make sure you cover the seeds completely with this growing medium</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Water the sown seed bed immediately by a light shower with a watering can</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Follow all the sowing instructions properly</li></p>
</ul>
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<h3>Caring</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">2 part garden Soil & 1 part any Organic Manure or 1 part garden soil, 1 part Coco Peat & 1 part Vermicompost can be used as a growth medium</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Add good quality organic manure in the soil with 2:1 ratio before sowing seeds. Organic manure can be well rotten cow dung manure, farmyard manure, Compost or Vermicompost</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Within first 6-8 days your ash gourd seeds will germinate and you will notice tiny sprouts growing</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Ash gourd requires proper sunlight to grow well. Keep your Ash Gourd container under open sunlight</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Water the plant every day in summers using a watering can for a shower like drizzle</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">You can harvest ripe Ash gourd fruits after 3 months of seed sowing. Harvesting season can continue for next 3 months</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Check for early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections. If you notice any such symptoms, spray your plant with appropriate medicines</li></p>
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<h3>Common Problems</h3>
<p><b>Why are my ash gourd seeds not germinating?</b><br>
<span>Ash Gourd prefers warm temperatures ( 60 F to 105 F) and full sunlight. If the temperature is cold, your seeds will not germinate</span><br>
<b>How can I control weeds growing around my ash gourd?</b><br>
<span>Weeds can be controlled using Mulch</span><br>
<b>What is the white powdery residue on my Ash Gourd plant’s leaves?</b><br>
<span>White powdery residue on upper leaf surfaces is a symptom of Powdery Mildew. Keep a watch on the early symptoms of powdery mildew. Use appropriate chemicals to get rid of the powdery mildew</span></p>
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<h2>Lights, Water, Action</h2>
<p>Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!</p>
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<p>Full Sunlight</p>
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<h4>Watering</h4>
<p>Water everyday</p>
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<h4>Where to grow</h4>
<p>Balcony or terrace</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/timetillharvest_icon.png" title="Average Warmth" alt="Average Warmth">
<h4>Time Till Harvest </h4>
<p>12 weeks</p>
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<h4>Seasonal Information</h4>
<p>All seasons</p>
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