How to Grow & Process LUFFA/LOOFAH Gourds | Every Step Explained

[@tinac4780]

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I was thinking the same thing.

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I noticed that...it's beautiful 😍 ❤ ♥ 💕

[@FireDude13]

These folks are the kind of people you love having as friends! In their videos they are always positive - no doom and glooming (or as my grandma used to say 'stinkin thinkin'). Such a joy to watch.

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They feel like old friends😊

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They are my go to family now when this world starts dragging me down. They are amazing and I love listening to them.

[@hlegler]

They both have the happiest, sweetest smiles!! Love!!

[@pamelasierzan7838]

I really enjoyed this video and how you both spoke and listened to each other. Thank you for all you do.

[@jujube2407]

My 7 yr old is expecting 2 or 3 seeds in the mail from a seed swap... spending all super bowl Sunday watching all the "luffa shows" on you tube with momma! Now let's all pray the mailman doesn't lose the pkg!

[@creech444]

People that make soap would definitely love these. People do the round soap where you have a Louffa slice in a round mold and pour the soap in to set. Also, all the little odd n end bits you can run through the food processor, and the shredded Louffa is mixed in homemade soaps as an exfoliant.

[@susanlong6518]

You and your family made me smile. THANK YOU.

[@auntlouise]

"You grew a Loofa? I thought those grew in the ocean?" My father told me that they grow in the ocean, so I'm pretty excited to grow some and send them to my family, no ocean required! Thanks for another awesome video!

[@FireDude13]

The cat at the beginning.. did not look amused at being woke up! I think people assume luffas come from the ocean because a lot of people call them a luffa sponge... and people associate natural sponges with the ocean. But... what do I know... lol! Thanks for sharing! 🤠

[@Zamztrench]

You are a beautiful pair and you made me smile all along! Thank you for sharing, love from Quebec xx

[@MustangSally7259]

That s fascinating. Show us one after you bleach and cut for gifts.

[@hnr63]

Great update and we look forward to following your tips and growing Luffa’s in Great Britain.

[@cmdrbudman1ao580]

I did search loofah... and then I binged your online life...your life... condensed into a weekend.... holy crap, I am so glad you survived.

[@sarahmannluker7528]

Thanks for showing the process. I've seen people cut them into discs, then put them in a round mold, and then pour their homemade soap into the mold. So many cool ideas you shared. Again, thank you!

[@janicejurgensen2122]

I subscribed not only because of the very enjoyable, detailed tutorial on loofahs, but mostly because of U2 you are so sweet with each other. It is inspiring and beautiful. Can’t wait to see the next one. Thank you.

[@Bluecorner841222]

Great video ! Thank you I’m drying mine and so excited to give them away this year at Christmas 🎄 too! So Many uses and yes a *warsh rag* so useful :-). God’s creations are amazing 🤩

[@jehsdca]

What an educational video! Now we can grow and harvest our own luffa. Thank you! I like your idea of gifting the luffas also!

[@ginajust-me2445]

Thanks..2 years now, I've tried to grow these now..I feel more confident.. Got my seeds..I might start them now in biodegradable pots in the next 2 weeks here in Missouri.. Again thank you.

[@garden_geek]

You two are delightful. You are so joyful and seem to genuinely enjoy each other. I’m growing luffa for the first time right now. Playing the waiting game! Thanks for this video, I’ll keep waiting lol

[@christsukamoto840]

You guys are just the cutest!! I really enjoyed this video and am ready to try to grow my luffa!

[@Sketcher93]

I started my seeds indoors and yes, they were extremely slow to germinate. And then slow to get started once they were put outside in the warm ground. I grew them near a cow panel like you did. And it took forever for them to climb up and flower. But lo and behold... I have loofah. Right here in central Minnesota in zone 5. It can be done. Thanks 😊

[@RepampGhana]

Very beautiful Luffa farm I love this video watching from Ghana 🇬🇭

[@thebarkerhomestead]

I love this video, but I also love that Zach said, "warsh rag"! People always tease me about saying "warsh" instead of wash. Lol It's a southern thing. ❤ But seriously I love y'all! And y'all have inspired us to plant our 1st fall garden! 😊

[@sorlenna]

After you warsh it, you gotta wrench it. :)

[@karenhernke281]

I caught on to that too. I love hearing that because up in Wisconsin we dont say that. I love jen and zach's accents!❤

[@erintannehill]

I finally successfully grew loofahs this year and cannot wait to gift them to friends and family! I'm using them for the shower and dishes. I'm definitely saving all the seeds to exchange with local homesteaders because [from what I know] no one grows them here and it is time to change that.

[@sallyburkett1676]

The sound the loofa made when you tilted them to hear the seeds was a neat sound!

[@janpetersen750]

Like a rain stick!

[@glendabaldwin4423]

I grew those on my porch in 1995. Made bath sponges and used for a long time. Gave some to my family!

[@alesiadavis1003]

My luffa just sprouted they are just the cutest darn seedlings!

[@shielataylor7106]

As a soap maker buying loofah's gets very expensive. I'm going to try to grow my own next year. Thank You for explain everything.

[@homesteadinnorway]

What a cute family you are! Thank you for all the information about Loofah, I will definitely try them out (ordered seeds last night), but I am based in Norway (waaaaay colder than Kentucky, haha!) So, hopefully I will be able to grow them under growlights, and then outside in a warm place! :)

[@maryjanecreate]

Awesome video! You are a natural teacher. Thank you.

[@tammyfritschie1697]

Wonderful video on loofah. Never seen one so thorough. I hope my loofah plants do well this year.

[@sneezieweezie64]

Jen woman to woman ,you are a very smart and beautiful individual. Thank you for sharing

[@candysadler1866]

Loved your video. Thanks for the encouragement. I have them growing, nearly pulled them down even though full of flowers. Thought I'd never get fruit. You are so very right, patience!!! God bless.

[@adelewatkins9386]

It is so amazing to go back and see how much has changed, and how big the kids have gotten..❤❤

[@laurasparkman2660]

I have been waiting ALL YEAR for this video!! I can't wait to grow Luffa next year!!

[@sassyannie6292]

Y'all taught me that loofahs come from a plant not the ocean. I also had to get luffa seeds right after this. I got them in the ground and not they're sprouting. Thanks! Love y'all

[@sha-marieyates3871]

Your family is amazing. Thank you for making my day a little brighter.

[@kathygarber9407]

Wow , I'm shocked ...two plants ? Y'all , I talked to my son this morning...I told you he lives in Paris, Ky. Well, he's working in Frankfort today finishing up on a day care bldg. He told me the name but I forgot. I told him he was real close to Stivers Homestead , two younguns I really enjoy on u tube ! He might be able to come check out your gathering ! Be blessed .

[@NatalieBakerLove]

I just love the heck out of you two. Found your channel a few months ago and I love watching. I just got a few luffa seeds gifted to me from another fellow gardener and I am so excited to see how they turn out. Thanks for all the tips and sharing your excitement!

[@karenhernke281]

Wow...that is so interesting! I have never seen anyone grow them. Thank you for sharing with with us. Love you guys. Greetings from Wisconsin. 😊

[@justinemcguire4926]

I’ve also heard that you can use them as a toothbrush!! How cool. I grew them this year so hopefully I will get some out of them!

[@southerngardenesse]

Yay, I'm so glad I found your channel. Great, fun info on growing luffas. Thanks, y'all!

[@junipergreene2467]

You guys are adorable! Sweetness doubled. Thanks for loofah tips. Cool to get so many from 2 plants Wow!

[@Freakontheway]

So cool! I would love to grow those in The Netherlands.... although I don't think it's warm enough here... but, I'll go hunt for seeds and try! Thanks for the instructional video on this one! Blessings, Diana

[@glendakay-freetolearnlaugh5520]

Thank you for the awesome information! I'm trying a couple plants this year.

[@shondelbegley1520]

I also grow loofah in Indiana and my loofah have no fruit! I'm was discouraged until I seen your video and I am excited! People always hear I grow loofah sponge and the go directly to the ocean,I think it's the word sponge they think ocean! Thank you for all your information 👍👍

[@sherylannejacobs7235]

Hi Wyatt. Nice to see you and your sister!!!!🐸🐸🐸

[@bhanson5541]

Thanks for this information and the encouragement. Have never grown these, but really want to try them next season. I hope all goes well as you make presents with the loofahs... everyone will love them! Thank you, blessings to you all!! 👏🥰🙏

[@spiveyonly1]

Thank you! You all did an amazing job of giving thorough information on growing and harvesting loofah.🙏💜

[@margierousu468]

So cool that you were able to grow so many !! Great seed harvest there💜💜

[@marilyngodfrey868]

I have loved that song most of my 76 years. My Old Kentucky Home! I'm thinking some one in my mother's family sang it...it is just a beautiful song.

[@jmthomas29]

That is so cool. I want to grow some next year.

[@chelemichele1524]

Congrats on your first loofah harvest.. Have a good night 🌻🌻🌻

[@elainejohnson6866]

That is so cool! Would like to see how you cut and use them!

[@sianapapalii1939]

Very cool and beautiful my family really enjoyed using for shower body washing everyday we bought a long whole thing then cutting in 2,3,or 4 pieces and continues enjoying using congratulations keep up the good works many people needs it includes my family as well wishing yous and very best and successful business God bless 👍👍

[@theheritagehousesc]

I direct sawed mine. Planted 9 and all came up in no time. I pulled a few of the weakest out. They grew monstrous but I had a lot of worms eating them from inside out. Finally got a bit cold for them. I have a few larger gourds on but most didn’t make it because of the worms. Can’t wait to harvest them. You are right about patients. They took forever to make fruit. Mine are the same size like yours. They look great!

[@nickierodriquez7534]

Im so glad that i found your channel, love your videos, and your family ,Im going to try to grow some luffas next spring.

[@appalachianmercantile]

You know we are all going to ask you to bring luffa seeds to the Harvest Celebration. LOL I put them in my soap when I make soap. You lay it in the mold and pour the soap on it.

[@jujube2407]

This is what my 7 yr old wants to do for next Christmas... grow them...and then make the soap!

[@marycountry]

These guys are fun and informative

[@AlpacaRenee]

Awesome video! You two are so cute together❤️ God bless your sweet family! Love the music in the video too!

[@Jean2235177]

Thanks for the education! Yup, I thought they grew in the ocean. Wow! They are cool.

[@oppsyikesreally]

You guys have a really nice connection. I want loofa !

[@Sketcher93]

Yes, grow lights would be a valuable video!!! Ty

[@lifeafter5093]

Love the luffa's, I make cold processed soap and I actually put them inside for a scrubby element.

[@asliceofheavenhomestead3559]

Oh, how exciting! I can't wait to grow luffas on our brand new homestead. Love the video!

[@blueharmonyfarm3533]

Those luffas are so cool!

[@bobbiwilhite5860]

Just found you guys last night and I love your channel you're so positive funny upbeat and seemed to be totally honest what-you-see-is-what-you-get real people I love that plus you do in 15 minutes what most people do in 35 so a lot more information covered in a short. Of time love that too :-)

[@sweetearthfarm]

Booked my room last night for the Harvest Celebration. So excited.

[@RegiSmart]

That was so awesome to see. I do remember earlier this summer when you all were worried if they were growing right, and its amazing to me that you got 25 of the things and they are so huge. Thank you for showing the process.

[@NeverEnoughThyme]

Hurray! I am adding raised beds to my lawn and patio. I am going to try loofah on a cattle panel over the patio beds. I will probably have to start them in January here in 6a. lol Even if I don't get loofah's the vines and flowers on the arch will be beautiful on the patio and bring in pollinators. Thank you for sharing this process from start to finish. Great video! 💕

[@maryhale5803]

Thanku for showing how to grow these. I always wanted to gerow these but never did. Im gonna grow them this spring!!!

[@GrammaDebsStorytime]

It's like opening a Christmas present!!! How fun 😊

[@karenbiggs8141]

I can’t wait to get some seeds to try growing these.

[@dinitamusic]

I love yall yall seem so kind!

[@lorihutchinson9909]

I’ve watched your luffa journey from the start and I’m so happy you stuck with it so we could see the end results. What an experience! Thank you for sharing!

[@HomesteadByBigfoot]

Excellent explanation, and a great way to get sponges for the dishes and bath. God Bless, Love you guys. have a great weekend.

[@GrandmaSandy]

Hi Stivers , Love all your video .

[@thegiocachefamily4585]

I tried so hard to grow these this year!!! Our growing season is so short so I'll just have to start indoors and put in a greenhouse for awhile to even have a chance of success. So proud of you guys :}

[@soggybottomhomestead]

We loved the video! I will grow them next year. The information was very helpful. Thanks for sharing Dawn

[@esauer1014]

Love this video!!! I grew some this year. I planted 7 seedlings this June and harvested mine 2 weeks ago due to having a freeze come through our area and we picked 170 gourds!!! Right now they are covering 4 tables in my living and dining room. I've lost 10 to rot starting on them since bringing them in. So it's a waiting game to see how many we end up with.

[@736arnie]

I love using that to wash my dishes. It’s always fragrant never get bad odor. I love eating it too it’s very nutritious.

[@TheFarmnest2018]

They look so neat! I need to grow these this spring!! Such a good video!

[@CarolinaGirlCreationZ]

First video I've watched of y'alls and omg you two are so adorable!!!! Wonderful and helpful video! #NewSubscriber

[@grannyhebert2262]

Loofa is awesome to clean your iron skillets!

[@IMW4VES]

Love all the info 🤩 I'm in New Zealand and going to try for the first time this year 🤞 so greatly appreciate the details

[@hugstoyou7]

I love this so much. I have wanted to plant them for ever, but with our finicky weather up in Northern Vermont, I wasn't sure it would work. I might do one seed and see what happens.. This is so neat.

[@tonyaegan2480]

I've watched you grow these all season, loved every minute of it. Inspired me to plan room in my garden for next year. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS COMPLETE VIDEO. God bless you all🌻💖😁

[@wendyashton5274]

That was cool to watch! Now I want some.

[@BrianLiles]

This is the first video of yours that I have watched and I have to let y'all know how real and genuine you both come across. I thoroughly enjoyed you guys. Thanks for taking the time to shoot, edit and post the content you have! PS. I also subbed. :)

[@allenfarm]

My luffa didn't do well this year, but I can't wait to try again next spring. It's so crazy to think in just three to four months so many of us will be starting seeds inside.

[@journeywithnancy]

I slice mine and use as a veggy scrubber, carrots, potatoes

[@UrbanHomesteader101]

Thank you love the loofa journey!

[@BernadetteSlater]

I love y’all so much. Thank you for continually sharing great content and your lives with us. You’ve taught me so much, I apply your tips down under in Australia and am getting better everyday. It’s spring here and I’m very excited for my first season of harvest. Bless you.

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

Wonderful scrubbers Exfoliating many users ❤️

[@begwenly]

I’m new here and I’m so inlove with these ppl very informative and straight to the point and funny. I’m growing mine right now but i don’t think mine will dry before my big frost I’m nervous lol

[@jemmiestone3496]

Wow! When Y'all would talk about your Luffa plants, I was one that had no idea what it was and didn't want to sound stupid and asking lol. That is very fascinating and cool. Thank you for explaining it. God Bless You all.

[@freedomtillberry4688]

Loving this video! Great Job

[@pattihayden8100]

Great video full of information...I put my little guy in the ground in June and it took awhile for it to get trained up also, but man when it took off....it took OFF!! The leaves are bigger than my head and tons of fruit growing on just one plant that spans a 10x5 lattice patio...did I mention that it’s growing past the patio cover onto the back of the house another 10’ and I’ve got to turn the vine back toward the patio 😂😂😂 Easy to grow here in Las Vegas, they like the heat and the rats are enjoying the fruit too 😤😤

[@marcielliott9700]

I slice them (round) put them into a mold, pour my soap into mold, then cure. Great video

[@graceandrews2386]

Greetings! I love using loofah pads. This video is so helpful to know I can grow them too. May I please have loofah seeds when I visit Kentucky in 2 weeks? I absolutely want to grow loofah though next spring to harvest in fall for gifts throughout the year (Christmas, Mother’s Day, Birthdays). The comments everyone posted are helpful too. I like where Appalachian Mercantile puts them in their homemade soap, what a great idea. Hey Jenn, maybe making homemade soap will be something we can learn to do. Can you imagine using your own flowers or herbs to infuse or decorate them. I can see Zach’s Zinnias decorating a few. Loofah soap bars, got to remember that. Thank you for sharing your loofah experience, this will help so much next spring planting. Great thing is I can watch your loofah video again to refresh my memory and help with patience growing them. Have a beautiful blessed day! 😊♥️🌾🐝

[@jillhuddle7379]

Wow ...that is exciting to see ...im going to try these...thanks Jen ....❤