
Coyote Gourd
Also known as
coyote melon and coyote-melon
Taxonomy
Cucurbita palmata
Cucurbita
Cucurbitaceae
Cucurbitales

How to care for Coyote Gourd

How often to water your Coyote Gourd

every 9
Coyote Gourd needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Coyote Gourd in your home

a window
Coyote Gourd love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Coyote Gourd does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Coyote Gourd in your home š”.

How to fertilize Coyote Gourd

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Coyote Gourd after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Coyote Gourd prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Coyote Gourd requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Coyote Gourd does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Coyote Gourd is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Coyote Gourd grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Coyote Gourd
Coyote Gourd
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
