African Drum Gourd (Certified Organic)

Grown by Twin Oaks Seed Farm and Care of the Earth Community Farm – 150 days – Lagenaria siceraria

Very large (20-24”) gourds with thick walls (up to 3/4 inch when grown in optimal conditions). Traditionally used in West Africa to carry water. Shape is round to slightly teardrop. In the 2015 gourd trial of 29 varieties at Twin Oaks Seed Farm, this is one of only six that held up to the heavy Downy Mildew pressure and grew well into October. We’ve had good success with growouts since, including 2023 plantings at both Twin Oaks Seed Farm and Care of the Earth Community Farm. Original seedstock came from Suzanne Ashworth through Seed Savers Exchange. 74 seeds/oz.