SEED PRODUCTION ADVANTAGE
Specially developed for seed growers with high seed recovery, uniform fruits and strong floral synchrony.
HIGH FLOWERING SYNCHRONIZATION
BETTER POLLINATION AND SEED SET
BETTER GRADING AND HIGHER QUALITY SEEDS
UNIFORM FRUITS
HIGH SEED RECOVERY
STRONGER FRUIT RETENTION FOR HIGHER RECOVERY PERCENTAGE
GOOD SEED QUALITY
BETTER SIZE, WEIGHT AND GERMINATION POTENTIAL
CROP & SEASON
Vigorous Growth • Uniform Cylindrical Fruits • High Fruit Set
Zian
BOTTLE GOURD
High Yield
EXCELLENT YIELD POTENTIAL UNDER GOOD MANAGEMENT
SEED PRODUCTION
HIGH SEED YIELD POTENTIAL WITH EXCELLENT RECOVERY
STRONG VIGOR
HEALTHY VINES WITH EXCELLENT ADAPTABILITY ACROSS CONDITIONS.
ATTRACTIVE LIGHT GREEN FRUITS WITH SMOOTH SKIN & GOOD SHELF LIFE.
MARKET PREFERRED
Zian is a high-performing hybrid bottle gourd developed for strong vine growth, early and uniform fruit setting, and excellent yield potential. It delivers consistent performance across different seasons and growing conditions.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
KEY CHARACTERSTICS
Fruit Shape
Cylindrical
Fruit Color
Attractive Green
Fruit Length
30-35 cm
Fruit Diameter
7-9 cm
Fruit Weight
1.0-1.5 Kg
Flesh
Tender and white
First harvest
50-55 days after sowing
Uniformity
Very High
Seed Rate
500-600 g/acre
CROP & SEASON
AGRONOMIC STRENGTHS
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Very vigorous with high fruit set
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High fruit setting ability
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Suitable for long duration harvesting
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Good tolerance to field stress conditions
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Suitable for both fresh market and processing
Performs well across IND, PAK, BAN, NEP, SL, CHN, THA, VIE, IDN, PHI, MYA, MAS.
KHARIF
June – July sowing
ZAID (SUMMER)
Feb – March sowing
RABI (MILD REGIONS) Sept-Oct sowing
6–8 ft (Row to Row)
Recommended Spacing:
2–3 ft (Plant to Plant)
Disease Tolerance:
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Good field tolerance to Common cucurbit diseases
Performs better under balanced nutrition and proper spray schedule.
Yield Potential:
Excellent Yield
(Under good management).
WHY CHOOSE Zian?
RECOMMENDED CULTIVATION PRACTICES
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High Market Value – Uniform fruit shape and attractive green color make it a preferred choice in the market.
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Early Maturity – Fast crop development enables early harvesting and quicker market access.
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Extended Shelf Life – Firm fruits are suitable for long-distance transportation with reduced damage.
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Continuous Bearing – Strong fruit-setting ability supports continuous harvesting and higher productivity.
Well-drained soil with good organic matter Soil pH=6.0-7.5
Use balanced fertilizers and maintain proper nutrition
Provide regular irrigation for best results
Follow timely plant protection measures for healthy crop