{"product_id":"untitled-29aug_21-55-17","title":"SEEDS: Loofa Sponge Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003eLUFFA (LOOFAH) SPONGE GOURDS \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuffa cylindrica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 seeds per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 110\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDays to emerge: 10-25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed depth: ½ Soak 4-5 hoursfirst for faster germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement: Full Sun;Average soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeedling id: Two rather large oval\/elongated leaves on each seedling, much like a squash or cucumber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen to sow outside: 2-3weeks after last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince luffas are in the squash family, it is not recommended that they be planted near other squash or cucumber crops due to the possible cross-pollination. Luffas will get worms in the fruit, just like squash and cucumbers, and worm holes will discolor the sponge. Luffas may be treated with insecticides or insecticidal soap as you would these other vegetables, if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake your own Loofah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet the fruit dry on the vine prior to harvesting. Once harvested, carefully remove the peel without damaging the fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeatedly dunk the Loofah in a bucket filled with water and a little bleach to remove the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHang up to dry and your Loofah is ready to use!  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anova Burst cc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54484896678198,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/2288\/0566\/files\/Lufah_BdqQ21-OM.avif?v=1789999870","url":"https:\/\/www.anovaburst.co.za\/products\/untitled-29aug_21-55-17","provider":"Anova Burst cc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}