Gourd ‘Dinosaur’ is an extraordinary ornamental variety producing dark green, long-necked fruits covered in deeply wrinkled, ridged skin. Each wonderfully peculiar fruit has its own individual shape and texture, making this a brilliant choice for gardeners who enjoy growing something genuinely unusual. 
 
The vigorous trailing vines can be trained over a strong support, fence or arch, where the developing gourds can hang freely and form their distinctive shapes. Grow in a warm, sunny position with fertile soil, regular watering and plenty of space to spread. Harvest the mature fruits for quirky autumn decorations, seasonal displays and natural arrangements.
 
An entertaining variety for adults and children! 
 
When to Sow: Apr - Jun
 
HOW TO SOW:
Sow Apr- Mid May under glass & Mid May to June can be sowed outdoors
Ensure final plating site has  lots of well rotted organic matter .

Sow In pots or cell trays 2cm deep. Seeds should be sowed in their edge to prevent rotting.   Water well. Ideal Temp 18-21°C. Prick out into individual pots when large enough to handle.  Harden off and plant out into final positions when risk of frost has passed.
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Group: Squash Vegetables
Germination Time: 1-3 Weeks
Harvest Time: Sep - Oct
 
Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Water well  throughout the growing season. To grow one large fruit pinch out all but one fruit, water well and feed regularly for maximum size. Alternatively pinch out  growing tips after  no more than 4 fruits have formed.  Raise fruits off the ground to prevent rotting.
Use: Edible
Harvest:  When the skin is orange cutting  leaving 5cm if stem with the fruit. Can be left in a frost free place for the skin to harden off. 
 
Days to Maturity:  139 Days
Feed:Manure
Plant Spacing:  1m