Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the hard seed coat. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed.
Planting
Fertilize with nitrogen after the plant has been in the ground for 30 days and then after 60 days as well. This will keep the vines growing strong. Hand pollination may be necessary. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest or leave to sprawl on the ground.
100 days maturity after transplanting. Benincasa hispida ’Giant Wax’. Giant Wax Gourd Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season, annual, Heirloom. This easy-to-grow, self-fertile winter melon lives up to its name; the plants produce large fruit that weighs 30 to 35 pounds. The blocky and round-shaped gourds are green with a white waxy coating. This giant wax gourd thrives in well-drained soils and hot temperatures; due in part to its extensive root system. A waxy layer forms over the ripe fruit and protects the melon allowing it to store for up to a year in proper conditions. Approx 675 Seed/Once