Climate and Soil

• Snake gourd is adaptable to a wide range of soil and climatic conditions.
• A minimum temperature of 18°C is required during early growth.
• The optimal temperature range for growth is 24–27°C.
• It tolerates various soil types but prefers well-drained sandy loam rich in organic matter.
• The optimum soil pH is 6.0–6.7, but it can tolerate alkaline soils up to pH 8.0.

Season

Main growing seasons
• January-March
• September – December
• For the rainfed crop, sowing can be started after the receipt of first three or four showers during May-June.