Thinking about starting some Luffa (or Loofah) seeds again for the coming season. Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines in the Cucurbitaceae (cucumber) family. After years of growing these fascinating plants for their sponges, the culinary aspects are becoming attractive and intriguing.
Read moreNot Just Sponges - Getting to Know Luffa
Luffa growing in midsummer. To harvest as sponges, wait until they turn brown in late summer or fall.