Sausage gourd is a unique long-shaped squash. Grow alongside a fence or trellis, as continuously growing vines can reach several metres. Edible squash, prepared like zucchini — picked young is tastiest.
Growing
Sow in April–May. Row spacing 120 cm, plant spacing 80 cm, sowing depth 4–5 cm. Strong support system required.
Picked young: zucchini recipes (bakes, ratatouille). Ripe in autumn: decorative, can last until Christmas.