Indian Babe Short Bitter Melon Seeds (Khổ Qua Rừng Lùn Gai) | Heirloom, Non-GMO | Spiny Mini Bitter Gourd

Grow Indian Babe Short Bitter Melon—known as Khổ Qua Rừng Lùn Gai—a unique bitter melon variety that produces short, thick, spiny fruits on vigorous climbing vines. Compared to long bitter melon types, this “short/mini” style is great for quick harvests and is popular in Asian cooking for its bold flavor and firm texture. Perfect for stir-fries, soups, curries, and stuffed bitter melon dishes. Harvest young and firm for best quality.

Highlights

• Heirloom & Non-GMO

• Short, thick fruits with spiny/rugged skin (rừng gai)

• Great for stir-fry, soup, curry, stuffed bitter melon

• Warm-season vine—loves heat and sun

• Trellis recommended for cleaner fruit and higher yields

Growing Guide

• Season: Warm season (plant after last frost)

• Sun: Full sun

• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with compost

• Pre-soak (recommended): Soak seeds 8–12 hours in warm water

• Sowing depth: ½–1 inch deep

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Support: Trellis/fence/arbor recommended

• Water: Keep evenly moist during flowering and fruit set

• Harvest: Pick fruits young and firm; harvest often to encourage more fruit

✅ Tip: Bitter melon germinates best in warm soil. A warm location or heat mat improves sprouting.

You will receive: Indian Babe Short Bitter Melon Seeds (Khổ Qua Rừng Lùn Gai) – Heirloom, Non-GMO

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