Experience the mild, refreshing taste of Chapan Kadu—heirloom green round gourds prized for their tender, non-fibrous flesh and versatility in desi cooking.
Grow Authentic Desi Spherical Gourds in Your Garden!
Chapan Kadu is a classic South Asian bottle-gourd variety featuring stout, round fruits approximately 12–15 cm in diameter. The smooth, light-green skin encases creamy white flesh that’s perfect for curries, stews, soups, and even sweet sherbets. Vigorous vines climb trellises or arbors, delivering abundant harvests in 60–75 days.
Well adapted to Pakistan’s warm, humid summers, these gourds thrive with full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
Product Features:
Seed Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO
Vine Habit: Vigorous climber (2–3 m tendrils)
Seed Count: 20 seeds per packet
Germination Rate: 80–90%
Germination Time: 7–10 days
Fruit Size: 12–15 cm diameter; spherical shape
Harvest Window: 60–75 days from transplant
Best For: Trellises, arbors, vertical gardens
Packaging: Eco-friendly, resealable pouch
Growing Conditions (Pakistan):
Sowing Season (Nursery): March to May
Transplanting: 3–4 weeks after sowing, when seedlings have 3–4 true leaves
Temperature Range: 24 °C – 35 °C (warm, humid ideal)
Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Watering: Regular, moderate—keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Soil: Rich, well-drained loamy soil amended with compost; pH 6.0–7.0
Support: Provide sturdy trellis or poles for vines to climb
Why Grow Chapan Kadu?
Authentic desi flavor for curries, stews, soups & sherbets
Tender, non-fibrous flesh prized in traditional recipes
Vertical vines save space and beautify the garden
Reliable harvest in 60 days for consistent yields
Connects you to heirloom South Asian gardening heritage