In any discussion of Garden All Stars, I can't imagine not at least mentioning gourds. That is because on a purely personal level, I can't imagine a garden without at least some gourd plant growing somewhere.
I think a big part of what I love about them is the surprise. Gourds come in just about every shape, size, and color. Unless you are planting a specific type (which I never do), you never know what you are going to get. And if you plant three plants, you'll likely get three different kinds of gourds.
How do you find space? Think "up". Grow them up trees or fences or decks or sunflowers. That way the don't take much extra space at all.
It's always nice to see someone who enjoys gourds as much as I do!
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