When is the best month to plant star anise loofah?

When to plant star anise loofah

Star anise loofah is a type of loofah. The best time to plant it is June and July. The climate is relatively warm in this season, the survival rate of planting will increase, and the speed of germination will also be accelerated.

Planting time in the north and south: There is not much difference in the planting time of star anise loofah in the north and south. It can be planted in June and July, but avoid times when the temperature is too high.

Greenhouse planting time: If star anise loofah is sown by seeds, then the time is not limited and it can be planted all year round.

Origin and planting month of star aniseed loofah

Star anise loofah is cultivated throughout China, with the main producing areas being Heilongjiang, Hebei, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Sichuan, Yunnan, Anhui, Jiangxi, Taiwan and other provinces.

Hebei Star Anise Loofah

Hebei star anise loofah is usually sown in June and July and matures around August. The fruit is tender, less fibrous and of excellent quality.

Yunnan Star Anise Loofah

The star anise loofah in Anhui can be planted in summer, with a growing period of about 35-45 days. The skin of the fruit is delicate and smooth, and the length of the fruit is about 40 cm.

Star anise loofah varieties and planting months

Eight-angled loofah is a type of loofah with eight edges and is also called eight-angled melon, Guangdong loofah, etc.

Eight-angled melon

Eight-angled melon can be planted in summer. The greenhouse should be closed and the temperature should be increased for 2-3 days after planting. The skin has no fuzz and is hard in texture. The flesh is white and edible, and has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying.