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Missouri Gourd

Cucurbita Foetidissima

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Overview

The Missouri Gourd, or Cucurbita foetidissima, is a robust perennial vine native to North America. It features large, lobed leaves and striking yellow blooms. These hardy plants can spread up to 25 feet and thrive in full sun and well-drained soils. Its foul-smelling fruit deters pests, making it a low-maintenance choice. Due to its vigorous growth, consider its placement to prevent overtaking nearby plants.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–10Type Vegetable, Vine
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — The Missouri Gourd, or Cucurbita foetidissima, is a robust perennial vine native to North America

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Vegetable, Vine
Family
Cucurbitaceae

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Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — gold and yellow flowers in the garden
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — It features large, lobed leaves and striking yellow blooms; allowing it to thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5 through
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — Due to its vigorous growth, consider its placement to prevent overtaking nearby plants
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — Minimal maintenance is required once established
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — This perennial plant is native to the central and southwestern United States; making it an excellent ground cover or
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — which can range from approximately 3-6 inches in width and resemble petite watermelons
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — Due to its vigorous growth, consider its placement to prevent overtaking nearby plants; this perennial plant is
Missouri Gourd (Cucurbita Foetidissima) — It exhibits a vining growth habit that can extend up to 25 feet in length
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