Dark Jade Bitter Melon Seeds – 5 Hybrid Gourd Seeds for Summer Garden

Dark Jade Bitter Melon is a hybrid bitter gourd prized for its dark green, deeply textured fruit and vigorous vines. This warm-season gourd produces elongated, warty fruits that are a staple in many Asian kitchens, where they are used in stir-fries, soups, and stuffed dishes. The vines are productive and attractive, making them a practical choice for trellises, fences, and garden arches during the summer growing season.

Bitter melon thrives in heat and full sun, growing quickly once temperatures are consistently warm. The hybrid Dark Jade offers uniform fruit shape and reliable performance for home gardeners who want a steady harvest of fresh gourds. Whether you grow it in a vegetable bed or a large container with support, this bitter melon adds both edible and ornamental value to the summer garden.

Plant Features

• Hybrid bitter melon variety with dark green, deeply warty fruit
• Vigorous vining growth habit that performs well on trellises
• Warm-season gourd suited to summer gardens and hot climates
• Produces elongated fruits used in Asian cooking
• Attractive foliage and fruit for vertical garden spaces

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Momordica charantia
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable vine
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine; requires a trellis or other support
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Spacing: Space plants about 12 to 24 inches apart in rows, with trellis support

Planting & Care

Sow Dark Jade bitter melon seeds after the last expected frost, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 70°F. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep in prepared beds or start them indoors a few weeks earlier in biodegradable pots to avoid disturbing roots. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and install a sturdy trellis before vines begin to climb.

Keep the soil evenly moist during germination and throughout the growing season, watering at the base of the plants to help reduce leaf wetness. Once seedlings are established, thin or transplant to the recommended spacing. Mulching around the base can help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest young, tender gourds regularly to encourage continued production, and monitor for common garden pests as the vines develop.

What's Included

This listing includes 5 Dark Jade Bitter Melon hybrid seeds for planting.