Bitter Gourd, commonly known as Karela in India is a unique tropical vine grown for its edible vegetable. The Bitter Gourd contains high amounts of fibre, phosphorous, and Vitamins C, B1, B2, and B3. Although not a crowd favourite, it surely has a cult following owing to its numerous health benefits
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
8 weeks
Seasonal Information
Summer
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 150cm
Germination will take place in 6-8 days
Harvest in 55-60 days from sowing
Sow, Grow, Reap
Good things take time and care
Sowing
Take a container of your choice with will drainage holes at the bottom
Fill this container with proper potting layers and a growth medium of your choice
Sow 2 seeds at the centre of a pot
When growing on raised beds, 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
Caring
For growing Bitter Gourd use big circular pots or grow bag with 16” diameter and minimum depth of 8-10 inches
As a growing medium use 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure
Within the first 6-8 days your seeds will start germinating
Bitter Gourds require full sunlight. Keep your bitter gourd container in a spot that receives proper sunlight. If you are growing Ash Gourd on a raised bed, ensure that you make the raised bed in a bright sunny spot.
All vegetable seeds need sun for at least 5-6 hours in a day
Water the plant every day in summers
Use a watering can. The plant needs to be watered in the form of a shower
Check for early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections. If you notice any such symptoms, spray your plant with appropriate medicines
About 2 months after sowing seeds, your Bitter Gourd will be ready for harvest
Common Problems
My bitter gourd seeds are not germinating The Bitter Gourd like most of the vegetable seeds requires proper sunlight for at least 5 - 6 hours in a day. Inadequate sunlight will hamper the germination process What is the white powdery residue on my Bitter 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
The Bitter Gourd or the Karela has numerous medicinal uses. The Bitter Gourd contains a compound called Polypeptide-p which is shown to control diabetes and help reduce blood sugar. Bitter Gourd is an excellent vegetable to have if you are trying to lose weight as it is very low in calories and high in fibre. The fibre in this vegetable helps you stay fuller for longer and help curb your appetite. The bitter gourd is also packed with anti - oxidants along with Vitamin A and C which will help your skin and hair stay healthy
What you get
The Bitter Gourd is extremely low in calories. One cup of raw bitter gourd has approximately 20 calories only!! Bitter gourd is also high in fibre which will help you stay full longer. Apart from this the bitter gourd is a rich source of Vitamin A, C, Folate, Potassium and Zinc. Karela is also rich in various anti - oxidants.
Green trivia
1.The Bitter Gourd is commonly known as Karela in India.
2.The bitter gourd plant produces both male and female flowers. Only the female flowers produce the vegetable
3.One cup of Bitter Gourd has as little as 20 calories
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much water does Bitter Gourd / Karela need?
Keep the soil evenly moist. In summers water your plant every day.
Does Bitter Gourd flower?
Bitter gourd produced both male and female yellow flowers.
. Can bitter gourd cure diabetes?
The Bitter Gourd contains a compound called Polypeptide-p which is known to control diabetes. However, always consult your doctor about a serious ailment.
What is Bittergourd (Green Long) also popularly known as in India?
Regionally in India, Bittergourd (Green Long) is also known as Safed Karela, Paandhra Kaarla, Pavakkai, Karlya, Karathe, .
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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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<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-4 pure-u-md-1-3 pure-u-sm-1-3 pure-u-1-1"><img title="Make sure the plant gets partial sunlight" src="/media/wysiwyg/spacing_icon.png" alt="Make sure the plant gets partial sunlight" />
<p>Space the seedlings 100cm by 150cm</p>
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<p>Germination will take place in 6-8 days</p>
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<p>Harvest in 55-60 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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<div class="asideSection healthier1"><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/bittergourdgreenlong_hwh1.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>Plants with benefits</h2>
<p>The Bitter Gourd or the Karela has numerous medicinal uses. The Bitter Gourd contains a compound called Polypeptide-p which is shown to control diabetes and help reduce blood sugar. Bitter Gourd is an excellent vegetable to have if you are trying to lose weight as it is very low in calories and high in fibre. The fibre in this vegetable helps you stay fuller for longer and help curb your appetite. The bitter gourd is also packed with anti - oxidants along with Vitamin A and C which will help your skin and hair stay healthy</p>
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<h2>What you get</h2>
<p>The Bitter Gourd is extremely low in calories. One cup of raw bitter gourd has approximately 20 calories only!! Bitter gourd is also high in fibre which will help you stay full longer. Apart from this the bitter gourd is a rich source of Vitamin A, C, Folate, Potassium and Zinc. Karela is also rich in various anti - oxidants.</p>
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<div class="asideSection healthier1"><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/bittergourdgreenlong_hwh3.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>Green trivia</h2>
<p><b>1.</b>The Bitter Gourd is commonly known as Karela in India.</p>
<p><b>2.</b>The bitter gourd plant produces both male and female flowers. Only the female flowers produce the vegetable</p>
<p><b>3.</b>One cup of Bitter Gourd has as little as 20 calories</p>
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions</h1>
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<h2>How much water does Bitter Gourd / Karela need?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Keep the soil evenly moist. In summers water your plant every day.</p>
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<h2>Does Bitter Gourd flower?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Bitter gourd produced both male and female yellow flowers. </p>
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<h2>. Can bitter gourd cure diabetes?<span></span></h2>
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<p>The Bitter Gourd contains a compound called Polypeptide-p which is known to control diabetes. However, always consult your doctor about a serious ailment.</p>
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<h2>What is Bittergourd (Green Long) also popularly known as in India?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Regionally in India, Bittergourd (Green Long) is also known as Safed Karela, Paandhra Kaarla, Pavakkai, Karlya, Karathe, .</p>
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<h2>Sow, Grow, Reap</h2>
<p>Good things take time and care</p>
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<h3>Sowing</h3>
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<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Take a container of your choice with will drainage holes at the bottom</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Fill this container with proper potting layers and a growth medium of your choice</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Sow 2 seeds at the centre of a pot</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">When growing on raised beds, 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>
</ul>
</div>
</div>
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<div class="asideSection seedshowingimg">
<img src="/media/wysiwyg/growing.jpg" alt="Fill the cells/cups with a moist coco-peat medium" title="Fill the cells/cups with a moist coco-peat medium">
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<h3>Caring</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">For growing Bitter Gourd use big circular pots or grow bag with 16” diameter and minimum depth of 8-10 inches</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">As a growing medium use 1 part Garden Soil + 1 part Coco Peat + 1 part Vermicompost Or 2 part Garden Soil + 1 part Organic Manure</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Within the first 6-8 days your seeds will start germinating</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Bitter Gourds require full sunlight. Keep your bitter gourd container in a spot that receives proper sunlight. If you are growing Ash Gourd on a raised bed, ensure that you make the raised bed in a bright sunny spot.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">All vegetable seeds need sun for at least 5-6 hours in a day</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Water the plant every day in summers</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Use a watering can. The plant needs to be watered in the form of a shower</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>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">About 2 months after sowing seeds, your Bitter Gourd will be ready for harvest</li></p>
</ul>
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<h3>Common Problems</h3>
<p><b>My bitter gourd seeds are not germinating</b><br>
<span>The Bitter Gourd like most of the vegetable seeds requires proper sunlight for at least 5 - 6 hours in a day. Inadequate sunlight will hamper the germination process</span><br>
<b>What is the white powdery residue on my Bitter 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><br>
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<h2>Lights, Water, Action</h2>
<p>Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!</p>
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<h4>Light </h4>
<p>Full Sunlight</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/watering_icon.png"" title="Water Once A Week" alt="Water Once A Week">
<h4>Watering</h4>
<p>Water everyday</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/wheretogrow_icon.png" title="Indoor" alt="Indoor">
<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>8 weeks</p>
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<img src="/media/wysiwyg/seasonalinformation_icon.png" title="Low Maintenance" alt="Low Maintenance">
<h4>Seasonal Information</h4>
<p>Summer </p>
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</section>GourdsAll Time, Jan to March, June to Aug, Oct to NovClimberBalcony, Lawn-Backyard, TerraceUnder 10 g to 250 g15 cm10 cm1 cmApprox. 43 to 48 seeds in 8 gm,135 to 150 seeds in 25 gm, 540 to 600 seeds in 100 gm, 1350 to 1500 seeds in 250 gm.8 gm to 250 gm4 to 5 Kg/ha150 cm x 100 cm6 to 8 days from sowing.Organic: Neemcake or Vermicompost - 10 g per plant. Chemicals: Suphala or Urea - 5 g per plant.June - July, Jan - Feb10 to 12 Qtl/Acre
