{"product_id":"luffa-gourd","title":"Luffa Gourd | Ten of Swords","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ten of Swords reflects resilience and transformation. Paired with the multifaceted luffa gourd, this union of plant and portent represents the end of a hardship cycle and the promise of transformation or rebirth. From culinary applications to natural sponges and traditional medicine this plant begins its versatile life as a vibrant green veggie (harvest at 2\" long) similar in taste as a zucchini. Dried luffas reveal a brilliant network of fibers that comprise nature’s perfect sponge. Be sure to provide sufficient support as vines can reach 30’ long. Ideal for an arch trellis. Annual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuffa aegyptiaca\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eContains 10 seeds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eFull Sun (minimum 6 hours)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant: 1\/2\" deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace: 18 - 24\" Germination: 5-14 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturity: 110-130 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: moist, well draining, warm soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness: Zones 3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions: Start seeds 6-8 weeks before you plan to plant them outside. Seeds need temperatures around 65-80ºF to germinate. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm and free from danger of last frost. Harvest sponges when luffas are brown and dry on the vine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44785742348381,"sku":"SQ0255480","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/0965\/0525\/files\/Screenshot_2B2025-02-25_2Bat_2B6.13.12_2BPM.png?v=1784930615","url":"https:\/\/ffntzz-2x.myshopify.com\/products\/luffa-gourd","provider":"The Gardeners Wife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}