George: Thanks for that. Have you replanted those seeds with any luck? I had a bit of trouble finally finding seed packets that were for one type of gourd. I've found the mixes to be disappointing. I wanted the larger ones for baskets and dippers and birdhouses. So now I have an abundance of big gourds and though I'm not very crafty, I can probably find people to give them to. I like them in the garden as they are quite astounding fruits. However, I'd like to use my own seed if possible. Teressa K.