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Cucamelon

Melothria scabra

Cucamelon, also known as Mexican Sour Gherkin, grows grape-sized fruits that look like tiny watermelons with a crisp, cucumber-lime flavor. Vines reach 6–10 ft, producing 50–100+ fruits in 65–75 days. Easy to grow, pollinator-friendly, and perfect for small spaces or trellises. A fun, heirloom addition to any garden.

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Plant Data
Growing Instructions
Plant Data
Zones:  2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Annual - Grows in all zones
Growth Cycle:  Annual
Light:  Full Sun
Water Needs:  Moderate
Color: 
Soil:  Loam, Sandy, Well Drained, Tolerant of most soils
Growth Rate:  Moderate
Maturity - (Vegetables Only):  65 - 70 Days, 70 - 75 Days
Edible:  Yes.
Height:  Up to 10 Feet
Evergreen:  No
Special Features:  Attracts Pollinators, Container Growing, Drought Tolerant, Disease Resistant,Deer Resistant
Warnings:  Uknown - Let us Know
Growing Instructions
Sow ¼ inch deep in good potting soil 6–8 weeks before last frost. Keep moist at 70–75°F in strong light until germination (7–14 days). Transplant outdoors after frost danger passes and soil is warm.
Cucamelon

Cucamelon

$4.45