This bitter melon is an extra-large heirloom variety from Japan, where it is known as "goya". This vitamin and antioxidant rich vegetable is a staple in Okinawa, where they consume bitter melon in a stir fry called "goya champaru", plant your own vine and try the recipe out at home!
Bitter Melon: Japanese Long
SKU: BMJ23
$3.50Price
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- Planting: Plant seedlings in fertile in full, direct sun in well-drained soil (can be amended with compost or worm castings 2 weeks before planting) . Space your plants 12 to 24 inches apart and provide a strong, supportive trellis for best results. No serious insect or disease problems.
Watering: Water seedlings fequently and deeply when first planted to prevent transplant shock. Once plant is well established, stick to a consistent watering schedule.
Harvesting: Harvest fruits when they are still young, green, and tender for best results, harvest early and often to encourage fruiting.