About NBH Arihant Bitter Gourd Seeds
NBH Arihant Bitter Gourd Seeds are a hybrid variety suitable for commercial cultivation and fresh-market production. The variety is suitable for warm climatic conditions and can provide good crop performance with proper irrigation, nutrition, trellising, and crop management.
Key Features of NBH Arihant Bitter Gourd Seeds
- Hybrid bitter gourd variety
- Suitable for commercial cultivation
- Good plant vigour and climbing growth
- Good fruit-setting potential
- Suitable for fresh-market production
- Produces attractive green fruits
- Suitable for trellis/bower cultivation
- Performs well under suitable warm-growing conditions
Crop & Fruit Characteristics
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Crop: Bitter Gourd
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Botanical Name: Momordica charantia
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Crop Type: Hybrid
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Plant Type: Vigorous climbing vine
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Growth Habit: Climbing
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Fruit Type: Tender, ridged fruits
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Fruit Colour: Green
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Fruit Shape: Elongated and ridged
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Harvesting: Fruits should be harvested at the tender, marketable stage
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Growing Method: Open-field cultivation with trellis/bower support
Recommended Season & States
Kharif, Rabi, and Summer seasons, depending on local conditions. Suitable for cultivation in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and other suitable bitter-gourd-growing regions across India.
Seed Rate per Acre
- Approximately 600–800 grams per acre
- Seed rate may vary according to spacing, sowing method, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.
- Follow the seed company's recommended dosage mentioned on the product packaging wherever available.
Additional Information
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Sowing: Direct sowing in the main field.
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with good organic matter is preferred.
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Irrigation: Maintain uniform soil moisture, particularly during flowering and fruit development.
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Support: Trellis/bower support is recommended for better vine growth and convenient harvesting.
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Harvesting: Harvest tender fruits regularly to maintain marketable quality and encourage continuous production.
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Crop Care: Timely weeding, balanced fertilization, proper irrigation, and pest and disease management are important for good crop performance.
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Note: Crop performance may vary depending on climate, soil type, irrigation, nutrition, and local cultivation practices.
