Description: Botanical Interests Mouse Melon Cucamelon Seeds Annual Vegetable Seed PacketBrand New Unopened Packet Mouse Melon Cucamelon Melon SeedsCute, grape-sized fruits look like tiny watermelons with a cucumber flavor, often with a hint of tartness. Pickle and add to a martini for a fun visual twist! Also called sandita or Mexican sour gherkin because the fruits turn more sour as they mature. Long vines up to 10' produce plenty of "watermelons" to harvest from summer to fall. A terrific container or hanging basket variety! Days to Maturity: 70 daysFamily: CucurbitaceaeNative: Mexico, Central AmericaHardiness: Frost-sensitive annualExposure: Full sunPlant Dimensions: 5'–10' long vinesVariety Info: 1" long, oval, smooth-skinned, green fruits with dark green markings. Interior is white.Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Good for ContainersWhen to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–90°F.When to Start Inside: Recommended for short-season areas. 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting within 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Sow into biodegradable pots that can be directly planted in the ground; roots are sensitive to disturbance.Days to Emerge: 4–13 daysSeed Depth: ¼"Seed Spacing: 2–3 seeds per moundRow Spacing: 4'Thinning: Not required.Harvesting: Pick fruits when about the size of a grape or under 1" long for best flavor. As fruits mature, sourness increases and they can get increasingly seedy. Cut the stem rather than pulling at the fruit. Dunk the harvest in cold water to disperse field heat. Grow your own delicious and unique vegetables with these Botanical Interests Mouse Melon Cucamelon Seeds! This annual vegetable seed packet is perfect for those who love to garden and enjoy the summer, fall, and spring seasons. The seeds are from the Cucumis genus and are edible, making them a great addition to your garden and dinner plate. The packet includes enough seeds to get started, and the full sun exposure ensures that your plants will thrive. These seeds are perfect for those who love to experiment with different types of vegetables and enjoy the unique flavors and textures that they bring. Plant them in your yard or garden and start enjoying the delicious taste of Mouse Melon Cucamelon!
Price: 7.59 USD
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-09-25T03:38:42.000Z
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Brand: Botanical Interests
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Type: Vegetable Seeds
Life Cycle: Annual
Genus: Cucumis
Common Name: Cucumber
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Edible
