Snake gourd in its entire crop duration requires a steady supply of moisture but is sensitive to excessive water application or water logging conditions, thus, providing frequent but shallow irrigation is rather beneficial. The first irrigation may be given immediately after sowing, if moisture in the field at the time of sowing is not sufficient for proper germination of seeds.
For spring-summer crop, regular irrigation at 3-5 days intervals is necessary to uphold the desired soil-moisture level. At the time of fruit set and fruit development, sufficient moisture should be maintained, and there should not be any dry spell during this period.
