Light requirement: Full Sun, Medium sun Sowing method: Direct sow. Avoid covering the seeds with soil. Keep the seeds moist. Days to Maturity: 38-40 Days Size at Maturity: Generally taste best when harvested when they reach a length of 6 – 7 '' Plant Spacing: 15’’x 47’’ Planting time: All Season Bitter melon thrives in heat and humidity but is very cold sensitive, so do not start seeds until after all chance of frost has passed. Bitter melon seeds are the seeds of a tropical fruit that has a bitter taste and a warty appearance. The seeds are enclosed by a red, sweet, and sticky coating. The seeds and the pith (the white part around the seeds) are not very bitter and can be eaten or removed before cooking. Bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd, is a popular vegetable in many Asian cuisines. Its unique taste and health benefits make it an appealing choice for gardeners to grow in their own backyards. Green Skin Bitter Melon has a distinctly bitter flavor that is delicious stir-fried