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60 Seeds Cucamelon/Mexican Sour Gherkin Seeds(Melothria Scobra)
60 Seeds Cucamelon/Mexican Sour Gherkin Seeds(Melothria Scobra)
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- Sow the seeds of cucamelons during April and May. The seeds should be sown in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at a temperature of 22-24ºC (71-75ºF) at a depth of 1cm (½″). Sow the seed so that the blunt end faces downwards. When the seedlings are large enough to handle transfer them into 9cm (3½″).
- Once the danger of frost has passed they can be planted outdoors 30-40cm (12-16″) apart providing cane support. The cucamelon plants can also be grown in a greenhouse in a grow bag, large pot or in the border.
- Once the main shoot has reached a height of 2.5m (8ft), pinch out the growing tip. Pinch out the growing tip of the side shoots when they are 40cm (16″) in length.
- The plants will start to fruit in July through to late September. Cucamelons are ready to pick when they are the size of olives or small grapes and are still firm. Leaving them on the plant longer can result in a slightly bitter flavour and a soggy texture.
Walking through the farmers market, I can’t help but ogle the tiny baskets of cucamelons on display. I know, that’s the point, a unique and truly adorable vegetable right out front that draws you into the stand. Cucamelons (also known as mouse melons and Mexican sour jerkins) are more than just a cute farmers market novelty. These tiny mouse melons are truly delicious, with a flavor like fresh cucumber mixed with a hint of lime. Since they can be popped into your mouth on a walk through the garden, growing cucamelons is a really rewarding use of garden space.
