We are proud to welcome you to The GREEN GROVE GARDEN . We were active plant propagators and Nursery owners for a number of years specializing in the production of plant plugs and seedlings for our on farm use. We have learned a great deal about seedling production, proper storage, handling and identification of quality seeds to be able to offer you the finest and freshest seeds available. Here is another of our prized offerings:

CUCAMELON, MELOTHRIA SCABRA

* We have a very limited quantity of seeds of the actual Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated Cucamelon Melothria Scabra.  Real Cucamelon seeds are quite rare to find!  Cucamelons are reported to be quite tolerant of dry low water growing environments.  In addition, they can accept very warm growing conditions.

* You could grow these like a perennial cucumber!  You just have to lift the root at the end of the growing season and store in some lightly moist compost until the next growing season or just grow them as a super exotic houseplant!

* They are comparable to cucumbers but "Far" superior as Cucamelon, by many accounts, have better taste, are easier to grow, much more pest resistant etc...

* The biggest advantage that cucamelons have over cucumbers, though, is that they don't require fancy training or pruning that cucumbers require.  You just have to give them a little support like a small bamboo stake and let them take over from their!

* You can also plant Melothria Scabra very close together.  In fact, space them about 6 inches apart and they'll thrive for you!

* There flavor is similar to cucumbers but has a hint of lime flavor to it.

* The Cucamelon is super easy to grow and a fantastic starter plant for the beginning gardener.

* Melothria Scabra has many names including: Mouse Melon, Mexican Sour Gherkin, Mexican Miniature Watermelon, Cucamelon and Pepquinos.

* Cucamelon just recently made its way to the United States and is gaining popularity extremely fast!

* This beautiful growing, vining plant can quickly work its way up a Trellis and provide excellent privacy.  It makes a wonderful natural fence as well.  

* The Cucamelon is native to South American and Mexico where it is referred to as Sandiita or little watermelon. 

*  The Cucamelon, originating from Mexico, is a very drought tolerant plant that can withstand extreme heat and little moisture.  It would be an Ideal Cucumber substitute for those watching their water usage like in California and the desert Southwest.

* They're able to pollinate themselves so you could have one plant and produce fruit! 

* The Cucamelon would be excellent to have on an apartment balcony growing.  It does excellent in containers and would provide additional privacy.  

*  You can also prepare Melothia a number of ways including pickling just like cucumbers or sauteing with some Olive oil.  They're even used as an Olive substitute in Martinis.  You're going to love these new plants!

Culture Notes:

Sunlight -Full

Days to Germination-~30 days like other cucurbits

Planting Depth-Push blunt end into premoistened seedling mix until lightly covered by mix.

Life Cycle- Tender Perennial

Germination Temperature-75 Fahrenheit

Sowing-Direct or Indoors

Days to Maturity-95

We also offer numerous other complementary herbs, vegetables and flowers for the garden. Check out our other items for additional varieties of flowers! We periodically run various specials so please look to see if we have any volume discounts available.

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Seeds are packaged in a small poly bag. In an effort to keep costs low, and pass the savings onto you, we do not offer specific planting directions on seed packets. If you cannot locate planting instructions for your specific conditions, contact us and we'll do our best to instruct you on the proper methods.  Be sure to check out our fantastic selection of other items and specials. Thank-you for your support!