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A beloved autumn and holiday season decoration, and a standout in mixed gourd displays. ~20 seeds per packet. 110–125 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Shenot Crown of Thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmistakable form\u003c\/strong\u003e — blunt, horn-like protrusions radiating from a compact body; looks like no other gourd in the garden or on the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-color variation\u003c\/strong\u003e — orange, green, white, yellow, and mixed; striped and unstriped; every fruit is unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4–5 inches in diameter; ideal for tabletop arrangements, wreaths, and mixed decorative displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProlific vines\u003c\/strong\u003e — long trailing vines produce multiple fruits per plant; excellent yield for decorative use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e — properly cured gourds last for months; 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