Futo Spindle Bitter Melon Seeds

Futo Spindle Bitter Melon Seeds – aka Indian Bitter Melon - Fast-Growing, Heat-Loving Vine
Momordica charantia
Listing is for 1 packet of 10 seeds

Futo Spindle Bitter Melon is a bumpy or warty-skinned variety of bitter gourd (Momordica charantia),  often called Indian Bitter Melon. The bumpy varieties have a stronger flavor when compared to the smooth types. Bitter melon is often stir-fried, stuffed, pickled, or used in soups and herbal teas for its nutritional benefits. This heat-loving vining plant thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and warm temperatures, producing vigorous climbing vines that benefit from trellising. Regular harvesting while fruits are young and tender ensures the best flavor and continued production. With its high yield, fast growth, and culinary versatility, Futo Spindle Bitter Melon is an excellent addition to any summer garden! 

Follow me on social media because I talk a lot about the same seed varieties I sell here in my shop and gardening tips. IG, YT, and TikTok: jerrasgarden. 

PLANTING
Germination: 8-10 days

Seed Sowing Depth: 1" deep 

Sowing: Soak seeds the seeds overnight. It needs warm soil temperatures to germinate. Can direct sow once outside temperatures are consistently in the 70F's or above. Or start seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last spring frost date, in a larger sized pot like a solo cup, and place it over a heat mat. In warmer climates (zones +9) can also direct sow or start seeds in June/July to get another harvest before winter comes.   

Days to maturity: 50-70 days

Terms and conditions READ THIS PLEASE: 
- Seeds will be shipped with no planting instructions to keep seed costs low to the buyer. Germination and plant care information is included in the description. I encourage each gardener to research specifics on how to be successful growing them. I also have lots of information on my TikTok, Instagram and YouTube channel all under the account name jerrasgarden. I started this shop to share my love of certain seed varieties and spread the knowledge of gardening. Please contact me if you cant find information or have additional questions.

- No returns or refunds once shipped. I am not responsible for lost or damaged packages caused by USPS. Since there are so many factors that affect germination and growing success, no refunds or exchanges are allowed once seeds have shipped. These are the same seeds I use in my personal garden so I can attest to their viability. Seeds are fresh season to season.

- Availability of seed in this shop varies depending on what I have decided to grow that season. With that said, please be advised that seeds are available in limited quantities. Once sold out they may or may not be available again.