How to dry out gourds

Learn how to harvest and dry gourds from your garden to make seasonal decor.

Follow these easy steps to get your gourds ready for painting and giving as gifts Ornamental gourds grow wide enough to make a natural birdhouse, but first you have to dry them. Drying (or curing) the birdhouse gourds will leave you with a...

Did you know you could dry out gourds and keep them for many years? Here's how to dry out a gourd and a fun and easy gourd decoration idea.

Like most gourds, birdhouse gourds are grown for their utility. They can be dried and made into utensils, bowls and even birdhouses.

Follow these gardening tips to harvest and dry gourds. Learn the uses of dried gourds around the home. #gardeningchannel #gardening #vegetablegardening

Dried gourds are perfect for all kinds of crafts, from making birdhouses to creating the perfect fall-themed display. Even better, it's very easy to dry your own gourds for decorating. It can take anywhere from a few weeks up to several...

Dried gourds have been used for arts and crafts since time immemorial. Here are some tips for drying gourds properly.

Many cavity-dwelling birds love to nest in gourds. They're safer for nestlings than birdhouses with a ledge or porch, and a variety of bird species inhabit them. Lots of people paint gourds white to attract birds and keep nestlings cool on hot days; others paint them decoratively and elaborately.

How to Preserve Decorative Gourds to last longer involves a few simple steps that can extend their lifespan and keep them vibrant throughout fall.

Last Fall I Dried my Gourds from the Farmers Market Instructions 1 Be sure your gourds are fully mature before picking. If gourds are pi...