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Luffa Vine: Vigorous but Not Invasive in Cold Climates

Luffa gourds grow explosively in summer, potentially covering structures. However, they are reliably killed by winter cold in temperate zones, preventing invasiveness. The dried gourds are then harvested for sponges. Detailed processing instructions are available at bit.ly/GAluffa.

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