{"product_id":"bitter-melon-live-plant-1-plant-8-inches-tall-4-inch-pot-momordica-charantia","title":"Bitter Melon Live Plant – 1 Plant, 8 Inches Tall, 4-Inch Pot – Momordica charantia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"405\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBitter Melon (\u003cem data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing annual vegetable vine grown for its edible green fruits and distinctive bitter flavor. This listing includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e1 live plant approximately 8 inches tall, grown in a 4-inch pot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eThe plant has a climbing growth habit and is suited to warm outdoor growing conditions. It can be grown in containers or garden beds with suitable climbing support. Bitter melon is commonly used in stir-fries, soups, and other culinary dishes, with young green fruits typically harvested for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"724\"\u003ePlant Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 8 inches tall at time of shipping.\u003cbr data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"783\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eShipping Restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eDue to agricultural regulations, this item cannot be shipped to restricted locations. Orders placed from restricted locations may be canceled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eCalifornia Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e For California orders, the plant will be shipped without soil due to the seller's stated agricultural shipping requirement. Other stated destinations ship with soil included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hcwbwq\" data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e1 live Green Bitter Melon plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i1gqjy\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eApprox. 8 inches tall at time of shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xfyd77\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eGrown in a 4-inch pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yscoyo\" data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eScientific name: \u003cem data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ca32g2\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eEdible vegetable vine producing green bitter melon fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bf0b1o\" data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eFast-growing annual climbing vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q3n3c2\" data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eSuitable for outdoor vegetable gardens and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2ci6u\" data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eFull sun preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9dlh09\" data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eWarm-season plant that is sensitive to cold and frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sb8tol\" data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eTrellis or other climbing support is suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gbyhzu\" data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eCalifornia orders ship without soil as stated by the seller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"umg2fl\" data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eOther stated destinations ship with soil included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cb46n3\" data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eMinor transit stress and leaf adjustment may occur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003cbr\u003e1 live \u003cem data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e plant, growing medium, 4-inch pot; California orders ship without soil as stated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Bitter Melon\u003cbr data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eMomordica charantia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003ePlant Type: Edible vegetable vine\u003cbr data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2585\"\u003eLife Cycle: Annual\u003cbr data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Green fruit\u003cbr data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003eSoil: Fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter\u003cbr data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eWater: Consistent moisture; avoid waterlogged soil\u003cbr data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eUSDA Zone: Warm-season annual; generally grown as an annual outside frost-free tropical and subtropical climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Bitter Melon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003eBitter melon is a warm-season annual vegetable typically grown outdoors during the frost-free season. It performs best in warm tropical and subtropical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e2. How much sunlight does Bitter Melon need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003eBitter melon prefers full sun, with approximately 6–8 hours of sunlight being suitable for productive growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3323\"\u003e3. How much water does Bitter Melon need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist while avoiding waterlogged conditions. Water requirements can increase during warm weather and active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e4. What is the growth habit of Bitter Melon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3521\"\u003eIt is a fast-growing climbing vine that benefits from a trellis or other suitable support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003e5. Can Bitter Melon be grown in a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3664\"\u003eYes. Bitter melon can be grown in containers as well as garden beds, provided the container has suitable growing space and the vine has climbing support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants Only:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3858\" data-end=\"3970\"\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"4140\"\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4350\"\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. 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