Packet contains 15 Snake seeds Grow 10-12 feet long Popular in auhentic Asian stir fries Requires 110 days from seed Require Trellis to support the vine Planting Instruction Germination: 7-10 Days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-90ºF. Planting in soil under 70ºF may result in poor germination. Seed Sowing Depth: 1” deep Sowing Indoors: 3-4 weeks before last frost. Sow 2-3 seeds per cells/pots, thin to strongest seedling. Transplant after last frost when soil warms to 70ºF. Space 36-48” apart, in rows 48-60” apart. Sowing Outdoors: After last frost when soil reaches at least 70ºF. Sow 2-3 seeds per space/hill, 36-48” apart, in rows 48-60” apart. Plant into fertile soil or amend with compost or manure. Mulch and supply adequate water. Vines can grow 15 feet or more. Grow on a trellis for more uniform, straight gourds and for more garden space.