I Planted Quite A Few Luffa Seeds And They Are Growing All Along My Fence Over Taking Everything However Which Is Good However It

Question

seems there’s a lot of dead vineage underneath of living vineage is it because I planted too many or is it the heat I live in Sou th Texas well Central Texas around San Antonio. I wish I could attach a picture but I do not see any place to do that

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Answer 1

It is probably because there are so many vines and the ones below are not getting enough sun. Just prune those out and thin the plants if needed. Also be sure they are getting enough water to keep the soil moist. Here is more on its care:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/gourd/luffa-gourd-planting.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/gourd/luffa-pruning-tips.htm