Cucamelon Mexican Gherkin Seeds
The cucamelon (Melothria scabra), also known as the Mexican sour gherkin, is a vigorous trailer or climber grown for its unusual edible fruits. Relatively easy to grow, cucamelon seeds produce tiny, grape-sized fruits that look like miniature watermelons, but taste like cucumber with a citrusy twist.
Cucamelons grow on long vines covered with small, green leaves. Each fruit grows around 2-3 cm (1 inch) long and has a delightfully crisp texture when freshly harvested. Their unique tart flavour is quite refreshing - perfect for snacking, salads, pickling, or using as a garnish.
Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, cucamelon plants are fairly low-maintenance but do need regular watering and a sturdy trellis or support to climb on. These unique melon plants can tolerate various growing conditions, making them a great choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.
Start growing your own cucamelons with our high-quality seeds. Order now to enjoy these tasty, bite-sized fruits fresh from your garden. Grow them alongside classic melon seeds, such as watermelons and honeydews, or explore our full selection of fruit seeds for even more choice.
The cucamelon (Melothria scabra), also known as the Mexican sour gherkin, is a vigorous trailer or climber grown for its unusual edible fruits. Relatively easy to grow, cucamelon seeds produce tiny, grape-sized fruits that look like miniature watermelons, but taste like cucumber with a citrusy twist.
Cucamelons grow on long vines covered with small, green leaves. Each fruit grows around 2-3 cm (1 inch) long and has a delightfully crisp texture when freshly harvested. Their unique tart flavour is quite refreshing - perfect for snacking, salads, pickling, or using as a garnish.
Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, cucamelon plants are fairly low-maintenance but do need regular watering and a sturdy trellis or support to climb on. These unique melon plants can tolerate various growing conditions, making them a great choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.
Start growing your own cucamelons with our high-quality seeds. Order now to enjoy these tasty, bite-sized fruits fresh from your garden. Grow them alongside classic melon seeds, such as watermelons and honeydews, or explore our full selection of fruit seeds for even more choice.