KBIH 1713 | Hybrid bitter gourds

About KBIH 1713 Bitter Gourd Seeds

KBIH 1713 is a hybrid bitter gourd variety suitable for commercial cultivation. It is intended for warm-season growing conditions and can perform well with proper crop management, balanced nutrition, irrigation, and suitable support systems.

Key Features of KBIH 1713 Bitter Gourd Seeds

• Hybrid bitter gourd variety suitable for commercial cultivation
• Good plant vigour and productive growth
• Suitable for cultivation under suitable warm and humid conditions
• Performs well with proper staking or bower support
• Suitable for fresh-market bitter gourd production
• Requires well-drained soil and adequate moisture management

Crop & Fruit Characteristics

• Crop: Bitter Gourd
• Botanical Name: Momordica charantia
• Family: Cucurbitaceae
• Crop Type: Hybrid
• Growth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine
• Fruit: Tender, green bitter gourd fruits suitable for fresh consumption
• Harvest: Harvest tender fruits at the appropriate marketable stage
• Support: Bower/trellis support is recommended for better vine growth and fruit production

Recommended Season & States

• Kharif: May–July, depending on rainfall and local conditions
• Rabi: September–November in suitable warm regions
• Summer: January–February

Suitable States: Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab and other suitable bitter-gourd-growing region

Seed Rate per Acre

Approximately 600–700 grams per acre, depending on the sowing method, spacing, soil conditions, and cultivation system. This is a general bitter-gourd hybrid guideline; follow the seed company's package recommendation where available.

Additional Information

• Sowing Method: Direct sowing in the main field is commonly followed.
• Spacing: Maintain adequate row-to-row and plant-to-plant spacing for proper vine development.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with good organic matter is preferred.
• Irrigation: Maintain uniform soil moisture, particularly during flowering and fruit development.
• Support: Providing a bower/trellis helps improve vine growth, fruit quality and harvesting convenience.