The plant is grown mainly for the immature fruits although the young leaves and tips are edible. Bitter Gourd seed has hard skin and needs warmmoist soil conditions during germination. It may fail or take a long time to germinate if the soil temperature is too low. Sow when night Temperature is 25-30°C, Plant Height: 60 cm, Fruit Size: 15 cm long, Sowing distance: 30 cm Plant to Plant, Best for: Bed Sowing, Sowing method: Direct sowing from seed.