Growth sequence of gourd - The Plant Aide

After sowing the gourd, it will grow the first true leaf in a week or so, when it is in the germination period. With the continuous growth, the number of true leaves is also increasing. The seedling stage is when 4-5 leaves are grown. Then it will grow the first female flower, which is the initial flowering period. Its stems and leaves are growing gradually, and the number of flowers will increase, and then it will bear fruit.

I. germination period

From the time when the gourd is planted to the time when it grows its first leaf, this period is called the germination period. After sowing, we should make sure that the water and temperature are suitable, so that it will germinate in less than a week.

2. Seedling stage

When it grows true leaves, it will continue to grow true leaves until it grows 4-5 true leaves, which is the seedling stage. During the growing period, it needs to see light properly, only in this way can the leaves keep growing.

3. Primary flowering period

Its continuous growth will produce the first female flower, from the opening of this flower to the first melon root. In general, it takes about a month from planting to growing female flowers.

4. Melon growing period

At this time, its stem and leaf will gradually grow, and the number of leaves will also increase. Flower buds will form slowly, and the number of flowers will increase constantly. The period from sitting to harvest is the fruiting period. Its growth rate is very fast, and it will take about 50-60 days to get the result.

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