Gourd Daisy Small Fruited is a captivating open-pollinated variety developed through the dedicated breeding work of Larry Eckler of Niles, Michigan. This exceptional cultivar produces abundant small gourds weighing 5 to 8 ounces each, featuring a stunning polychromatic palette of green, orange, yellow, and white colorations. The signature characteristic—a distinctive daisy pattern adorning the stem end of each fruit—creates remarkable visual appeal that distinguishes this variety from conventional gourds. The high-yielding nature of Daisy ensures prolific production throughout the growing season. The compact fruit size makes these gourds ideal for decorative arrangements, dried displays, and craft applications where smaller proportions enhance design flexibility. The vibrant color combinations and intricate patterning transform each gourd into a natural work of art, perfect for autumn decorations, seasonal centerpieces, and year-round ornamental displays. The open-pollinated genetics allow gardeners to save seeds from superior plants, supporting long-term seed independence and sustainable growing practices. This characteristic connects you to agricultural traditions while enabling customization of future plantings based on your specific preferences and growing conditions. The variety performs optimally with 24-inch in-row spacing, allowing adequate vine development and air circulation for healthy plant growth and maximum fruit production. Plants reach productive maturity in approximately 95 days, providing ample time for fruit development and hardening before frost arrives. Our Non-GMO seeds maintain germination rates of 80% or better, ensuring reliable establishment and vigorous vine development. The 25-seed packet provides generous planting material for establishing substantial gourd gardens or multiple planting locations. Our sustainable, environmentally responsible packaging reflects our commitment to ecological stewardship. Daisy Small Fruited represents an excellent choice for gardeners seeking ornamental gourds that combine exceptional visual appeal with reliable productivity and seed-saving potential.