Creating Birdhouses out of Gourds

OSU Associate Extension Specialist Shelley Mitchell shows how you can use extra gourds to create one of a kind birdhouses.
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[@Momma_Tomma]

I left most of my gourds outside on the vine and they molded. The ones indoors did a bit worse, but they all had mold. I believe the mold is part of the process of it curring.

[@nancye5484]

Use a hole saw to make the holes rather than a knife. Much nicer look.

[@rachatt6227]

Do you need to clean inside the gourd?

[@bettinaripperger4159]

When you mount them….Is the hole supposed to be facing a certain direction?

[@jcbusch8616]

How/where did you dry your gourds? I've been told to leave them on their vines all winter & they'd be pretty much ready to use in the spring. What did you do to get yours dried out so fast!?! I agree, use a hole saw.
Thx, JC

[@urchinsushi2041]

Great video! Can I buy these gourds at the supermarket?

[@SlackerU]

Growing 8-inch gourds took me 3 years. Comprehending the chemistry of soil is no quick task.