{"product_id":"kalebasse-keule-des-herkules","title":"Bottle Gourd\/ Calabash 'Hercules Club' (Lagenaria siceraria) - The delicious giant","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMake way for a true giant in the garden!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e When a plant bears the resonant name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"88\" class=\"\"\u003e'Club of Hercules'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e (botanically \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"120\" class=\"\"\u003eLagenaria siceraria\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e you can be sure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e something absolutely impressive is growing here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This special variety of bottle gourd forms gigantic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e club-shaped fruits that,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e under good conditions, can reach an unbelievable length of over one meter up to an incredible two meters!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhether you are looking for a curious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e tasty summer vegetable or want to harvest your own crafting material in autumn – this climbing artist is a spectacular highlight for any garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Per young plant in a 7cm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003eGrowth \u0026 Location: A powerhouse needs support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Club of Hercules is an extremely vigorous,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e annual climbing plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Its meter-long tendrils and especially the huge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e heavy fruits require a solid foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eA stable framework is a must:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A thin bamboo stick is not enough here!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Give it a very sturdy pergola,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a massive trellis, or a robust fence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If the fruits hang freely in the air,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they grow straight down due to gravity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If they lie on the ground,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they often curve amusingly like giant snakes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLocation \u0026 Hunger:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e As a cucurbit, it loves warmth and full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A sheltered spot (preferably against a warm wall) is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Since it produces enormous amounts of foliage and gigantic fruits in record time,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it has an enormous appetite and thirst.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Plant it in extremely nutrient-rich soil (compost is a must!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e) and water it generously in midsummer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eNight-blooming flowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The large,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e white flowers of the calabash open only in the evening hours and emit a light fragrance that attracts moths for pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003eTwo birds with one stone: Eat or craft?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSimilar to the loofah gourd, with the Club of Hercules, you can decide how you want to use it solely by the harvesting time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003e1. The mild summer vegetable (Young harvest):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If you want to eat the club,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e don't wait until it's huge!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Harvest the fruits while they are still relatively small,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e light green, and soft (about 30 to a maximum of 50 cm in length).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e At this young stage, the skin can still be scratched with a fingernail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTaste \u0026 Cuisine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The delicate,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e white flesh tastes similar to a fine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e slightly sweet zucchini.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e You can peel it,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e cut it into slices or cubes, and fry,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e braise, or use it in Asian wok dishes and curries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It retains a great texture when cooked!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003e2. The crafting wonder (Mature harvest):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If you simply leave the clubs hanging until late autumn,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the magic of the gourds begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The fruits become huge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the skin turns yellowish-brown and becomes extremely hard – it literally lignifies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDrying \u0026 Crafting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Before the first frost, harvest the giants and let them dry completely for several months in an airy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e warm place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e As soon as the seeds inside rattle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e your natural material is ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Fantastic things can be crafted from the hard,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e waterproof shell of the Club of Hercules:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e from impressive didgeridoos and other rhythm instruments to extravagant birdhouses and painted natural decorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBring a true garden spectacle home with the 'Club of Hercules' that will amaze your neighbors!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55646381867393,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/6332\/3777\/files\/1690475193744.jpg?v=1778260004","url":"https:\/\/pflanzenwelten-heinek.de\/en\/products\/kalebasse-keule-des-herkules","provider":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}