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When to Plant Angled Luffa?

Angled luffa, also known as Chinese Okra, ringed gourd or sponged gourd, grows as part of the Cucurbit family and follows some similar rules. These tropical plants hail from India and Asia and require warm growing seasons, rich soil and adequate moisture. Plant and maintain angled luffa plants with other Cucurbits such as squash, cucumbers and zucchini.

  1. Season

    • Plant angled luffa seeds or seedlings in mid-spring after the frost lifts. These sensitive plants fail at temperatures less than 60 degrees F. The Ohio State University Extension recommends waiting until soil temperatures reach 68 degrees F for plants in the Cucurbit family.

    Site

    • As a tropical summertime plant, angled luffa does best in bright, warm sites with adequate room and drainage. Choose a site with full sunshine and good air movement. Don't plant angled luffa in sites that puddle. Set aside a 10-foot plot or larger for these tall, spreading plants.

    Soil

    • The University of Minnesota Extension notes that squash and gourds do best in heavy yet quick-draining soils, and suggests adding compost amendments at planting for Cucurbit plants. Dig 3 to 4 inches of organic compost into the top 6 inches of soil for moisture and gentle long-term nutrition. This amendment also warms the soil for better angled luffa seed germination.

    Maintenance

    • Give angled luffa plants stakes or trellis systems to keep them up off the ground. Supported growth produces straighter, healthier fruit. Water the plants with 2 inches of water every week and use 2 inches of organic mulch on the soil for protection. The University of Minnesota Extension suggests 46-0-0 or 27-3-3 fertilizer at mid-season for Cucurbit plants to enhance flowering and fruit production.

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