Smooth Loofah, Luffa Aegyptiaca, Gourd 10 Seeds Other Names: Loofah, Luffa, Sponge Gourd, Vegetable Sponge. Growth Rate: Fast Plant Type: Annual Vegetable Vine Family: Cucurbitaceae (Pumpkin Family) Native Range: Asia Height: 20 to 30 feet Shape: Climbing Vine Bloom Color: Yellow Sun: Full Sun Water: Loofahs need plenty of water, especially when the fruits are developing. Uses: Great choice for a back fence or wall. The big leaves, large flowers and unusual fruit are very showy. Sowing Luffa aegyptiaca Seeds: For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided. Scarify: Soak in water for 2-4 Hours Germination: Sow 1 Deep, Keep Warm and Moist, (Not wet). Loofah needs a long growing season to produce mature fruits. It can be expected to mature around four months after planting. Immature fruits for food, can be harvested in about three months. Short season areas can sow seeds indoors to give them a head start. (Loofahs resent transplanting, so start your seeds in peat pots so you can move them outside without disturbing the roots.) Our seeds/bulbs are guaranteed to be fresh but are NOT guaranteed as to results. Sorry, but there are too many variables in gardening that can impact germination. Flower seeds/bulbs are a live organism. Their germination depends on many factor including heat, cooling, sun, shade, moisture, time of sowing, etc. None of these things We can control so We can not be held responsible for them. So please do not ask for a refund, replacement or to return unused seeds/bulbs.