Select suitable container. First and foremost, choose a container that is deep and wide enough to accommodate the ridge gourd's root system. A container with a minimum depth of 12 inches and a capacity of at least 5 gallons is recommended.
Once you have selected the container then before planting, clean the container with warm, soapy water and rinse it thoroughly. Ensure that the container has proper drainage holes at the bottom to prevent waterlogging.
Choose Quality Soil for the mixture or potting soil. Ridge gourd plants require well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A mix of garden soil, compost, and cocopeat in equal proportions is ideal. Add vermicompost to boost soil fertility.
In mounds no less than five feet apart and rows eight feet apart, seeds should be placed 1 to 2 inches thick in groups containing four seeds each. After genuine leaves appear, seedlings should be pruned to a maximum of three per hill.
After planting seeds provide Adequate Light to them. Ridge gourd plants require plenty of sunlight to thrive. Place the container in a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.
Ridge gourd plants require regular watering, especially during the growing season. Water the plants deeply once or twice a week, depending on weather. Once the earth has warmed, careful to keep the soil moist and the surrounding at a consistent temperature.
Both a lot of nutrition and a lot of water are required. Well-rotted cow dung or farmyard manure are both examples of organic manure. Apply a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and development.
Use a length of heavy-gauge cable, like a wire coats hanger, twisted into a loop, and insert the ends into the potting mix of the container to provide an efficient and less obvious plant support. Green vinyl-coated wire is available for this usage from garden centres.
Also Prune the plant in the container Regularly. Ridge gourd plants can become bushy, so it's important to prune them regularly. Pinch off the side shoots and tendrils to encourage the plant to focus its energy on producing fruit.
Harvest the Ridge Gourd. Ridge gourds are ready to harvest when they reach 6-8 inches in length. Cut the gourds from the vine with a sharp knife or pruning shears. Store them in a cool, dry place until you are ready to use them.