Key Features of Kashi Shreya

• Type: Sponge Gourd (Luffa aegyptiaca).
• Origin: Developed by IIVR and sold by NSC.
• Fruit: Dark green, cylindrical, and high-yielding.
• Disease Resistance: Tolerant to sponge gourd mosaic virus.
• Harvest: Ready for harvest around 55-60 days, with fruits picked every 3-4 days. 

Growing Tips

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.5-7.0).
• Sowing: Sow seeds 2.5-3 cm deep, planting two seeds per hill, with 75-90 cm spacing.
• Sunlight: Requires plenty of sunlight.
• Watering: Keep the soil moist, especially during germination (7-10 days).