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LOCATION: Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Bitter gourds thrive in full sun, so pick a spot that receives at least six hours of sunlight each day. The soil should be rich, loose, and well-draining..Sow the seeds: Plant the seeds about 1 inch deep and 12 to 18 inches apart. Water the seeds gently but thoroughly after planting..Provide support: Japanese Long Bitter Gourd is a vine that needs support to climb. Provide a trellis, stakes, or a fence for the vines to grow on..Water regularly: Bitter gourds need consistent moisture to thrive. Water the plants deeply and regularly, but don't let the soil become waterlogged..Harvest the fruit: Japanese Long Bitter Gourd typically matures in 60 to 70 days after planting. Harvest the fruit when it is about 6 to 8 inches long and still green.
