{"product_id":"futo-spindle-bitter-melon","title":"Futo Spindle Bitter Melon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuto Spindle Bitter Melon is a tropical fruit renowned for its distinctive flavor and traditional health benefits.\u003c\/strong\u003e With a bumpy green exterior and a bitter taste, this Asian native has a rich history in traditional medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: heirloom bitter melon (climbing gourd)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, non-GMO, open-pollinated seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBumpy green exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClimbing vine, grows well on a trellis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacket price: $2.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fries and curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsian and traditional dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrellis and vertical gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdventurous cooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow or transplant into warm, full-sun soil after frost and provide a sturdy trellis for the vigorous vines. Keep evenly watered. Harvest fruits while still green and firm. Bitter melon is traditionally believed to aid digestion, support healthy blood sugar, and provide antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDistinctly bitter and bold, an acquired taste that mellows when cooked with strong seasonings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout MIgardener\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMIgardener offers heirloom, non-GMO seed varieties at honest prices for home gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792557871382,"sku":"MEL33","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/mel33FutoSpindleBitterMelon.jpg?v=1764687926","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/futo-spindle-bitter-melon","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}