Bitter Melon 'Joy Green'

Joy Green is a vigorous, high-yielding, disease resistant variety that produces 10"-12", shiny green gourds. The gourds are flavourful with a distinct, bitter taste. As a bonus, the young shoots, leaves and gourds are also edible. Like most gourds, Bitter Melon has separate male and female flowers and may require hand pollination if insect activity is low. 

Harvest your bitter melon when it is between 4" and 11" long and firm. Remove ripe gourds quickly to keep plants productive.

Bitter melon requires warm weather in order to grow. They do best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. Amend heavy soils with organic matter before planting to improve your drainage.