Grow 20 Wax Gourd Seeds (Benincasa hispida) ? a fuzzy winter melon with oblong shape and light green skin covered in fine hair. This variety reaches up to 20 lbs and forms a white waxy layer for long-term storage. Requires warm season, hill planting, and hand pollination. Delicious in soups, jams, and more. Free shipping, USA seller! ? 20 Wax Gourd Seeds ? Heirloom, Benincasa hispida ? Fuzzy winter melon ? Light green skin with white waxy powder ?? Oblong shape ? Grows up to 20 lbs ? Requires warm, sunny location ? Best for late spring/early summer planting ? Long storage ? Perfect for winter months ? Culinary use ? Ideal for soups, stews, and jams Common Name: Wax Gourd, Winter Melon Scientific Name: Benincasa hispida USDA Zones: 5-11 Fruit Color: Light green (covered in fine hair, waxy layer when mature) Flavor Profile: Mild, slightly sweet Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained soil Sunlight: Full sun Watering: Keep soil moist Days to Harvest: Varies, mature fruit around late summer/fall wax gourd seeds, winter melon, fuzzy gourd, heirloom seeds, Benincasa hispida, long storage melon, warm season crops, climbing gourd, summer melon, winter squash, edible melon, free shipping, USA seller