Kalash KSP 1791 Sitara F1 is a premium hybrid sponge gourd variety known for its very high fruit set and early maturity. This hybrid produces attractive white fruits with uniform length and weight, ensuring excellent market acceptance. With first harvesting in just 45–48 days after sowing, KSP 1791 offers quick returns to farmers. The variety performs well under Indian climatic conditions and is ideal for commercial cultivation due to its high yield potential and consistent fruit quality.

Features & Benefits:

• Very high fruit setting hybrid

• Early harvesting (45–48 DAS)

• Attractive white fruits with uniform size

• Long fruits with good market demand

• High yield potential

• Fast growth and vigorous vines

• Suitable for commercial cultivation

• Excellent farmer profitability

Specifications:

• Brand: Kalash Seeds

• Crop: Sponge Gourd (Gilki)

• Variety: KSP 1791 Sitara

• Hybrid Type: F1 Hybrid

• Germination Rate: ~80% (under optimal conditions)

• Recommended Seasons: Kharif and Summer

• Maturity Time: First picking in 45–48 days after sowing

• Harvesting (Yield Per Acre): 65 to 80 quintals per acre

• Seed Rate: 500–600 grams per acre

• Fruit Color: White to light green

• Fruit Shape: Long and uniform cylindrical

• Fruit Length: 25–30 cm

• Average Fruit Weight: 125–150 grams

• Spacing for Sowing: Row to Row: 1.5–2.0 meters, Plant to Plant: 45–60 cm

• Plant Type: Vigorous climbing vine with very high fruit set