Description

Loofah squash
Luffa aegyptiaca

The famous squash that produces vegetable sponges. Edible when very young. Climbing plant, needs at least 1.20 m support. Late, ±200 days to maturity. Requires a lot of heat. Growing luffa successfully in a cold climate.

Full sun, well-drained, rich soil. Sow indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Transplant when temperature is above 10°C. 1cm deep. 30 cm between plants.

Germination: 80% in January 2026 with scarification
Ecological seeds produced at Catherine’s Ornamental Garden.