#loofah

[i-m-snek]

Sweet Loofah! <3 She's been so picky about what she wants to eat lately. I'll have to pick her up some hornworms at the expo this weekend

[allthingssoulful-garden]

Dried luffas ready to be peeled.

[honeybeesoap]

[urban-homesteading]

The gist:

1. Start seeds indoors. Do this about six to eight weeks before the last frost date. It can help to soak your seeds in water 24 hours prior to planting. This will help soften the hard outer shell around each seed and make it easier for them to germinate.

2. Harden off indoor seedlings before taking outdoors full time.

2. Plant them in mounds. You should plant your seeds in little hills, each of which should be about a foot apart along a fence or something else that your loofah vines can climb.

3. If growing directly outside, once each plant is about two inches tall, thin to a single plant (choose the healthiest one and cull the rest).

4. If you’ve already planted your loofah gourds and a cold snap threatens, put a cloche over your seedlings. This can be as simple as a plastic soda bottle cut in half with a few air holes.

5. Prevent deformed fruits by checking them as they grow and making sure they aren't getting trapped in a fence.

6. Choose the right variety. There are actually two species of gourds that are referred to as loofahs - Luffa aegyptiaca and Chinese okra.  You want luffa acuntangular, also known as smooth luffa, Egyptian luffa, gourd luffa, or dishrag gourd.

7. Use diatomaceous earth in the late summer. In the late summer and early fall, when your plants have produced fruits that are almost ready for harvest, you may want to apply a light dusting of diatomaceous earth. This will help prevent squash beetles, creatures who can decimate loofah plants.

8. When it comes time to harvest, make sure you know the ideal time to do so. Usually, you will want to harvest once the vines have died back, before the first frost in the fall. To remove your loofahs, pinch or cut them off at the vine. This will leave the plant in good stead if there are other gourds that will need to ripen. If a frost threatens, harvest your loofah sponges. Even if they are still green, it’s better to harvest them before the frost hits, as this will lead to premature rot.

9. Prepare your sponges. You will need to do a bit of prep work to get your gourds ready for clean-up. Position your luffa gourd on a solid, flat surface. Use a stone or a rolling pin to remove the dried exterior skin. After you’ve removed both the seeds and the skin, there will be a black, brown, or yellow material underneath. Then soak this material in a solution of bleach water. Rinse them afterward with a few squirts from a hose at high pressure. This will remove any remaining seeds, mold, or rotten material. Allow the loofahs to dry in direct sunlight and a light breeze for a couple of days. Turn them regularly to make sure they dry evenly.

[turningstringtothings]

Crocheted cotton loofah. Does this make me bougie now? It feels bougie 😅

(I'm trying to be Fancy and Professional with my finished object photos, can you tell?)

[brattylikestoeat]

So can you eat these or they only to wash your ass?

[clnclm]

[s-ponge]

5 Below

[cass-ass]

I ordered bulk on Faire from an eco friendly queer run small business from Hawaii and they made sure everything was snug in the box and gave me an extra $10 item when I only ordered $35.

The products I ordered:

Loofah pads, natural loofahs, and bamboo soap dishes (ordering soap and shower bombs from a Georgia shop).

The free gift:

Definitely ordering from Desesh again for my storefront and probably for personal use now too. So nice to get a package with absolutely no plastic. Even the tape wasn't plastic.

They have razors, soap, shampoos, and lots of other home and self care things and are very readonably priced- both the wholesale and retail.

[i-m-snek]

Loofah wishing you a safe, and happy Halloween!

[spricket-central]

hi Loofah :)

[honeybeesoap]

[chokrihizem]

In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the art of growing luscious luffas from seeds indoors. We'll explore the advantages of initiating the cultivation process indoors and provide you with a detailed, step-by-step approach to ensure your luffas flourish right from the start. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a novice enthusiast, this guide will equip you with the knowledge needed to embark on a successful luffa-growing journey!

How to Start Luffa Seeds Indoors

[allthingssoulful-garden]

I grew two luffa varieties this year. Curious to see which one is easier to peel.

[fl0wersrose]

SHOWER ROUTINE:

Showering and hygiene is a staple in being coquette here is my shower routine

First set up the camera because my boyfriends gonna watch!

Second of all sort what you need post shower , towel , hair towel , tooth brush , floss , glasses , moisturiser & face wash

Hop in the shower you going to start with soap & a loofah! Completely cover your body in soap from neck to toes and then wash it all off

Then put shampoo in your hair and let it sit while you put baby oil on bits you want soft (your cherries , thighs , upper arms and feet) never ever do you face as it’s unsafe

Then wash out the shampoo & put conditioner as you use the loofah again just to make sure you have gotten everywhere!

After that you will wash the conditioner out and if you do that day shave you downstairs and pits

Then leave the shower , wrap yourself up in a towel and put your hair in the hair towel , brush your teeth and floss thoroughly!

Use your face wash , rinse , dry and moisturise finally dry your glasses and go back to your room to change

[cjbabe]

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