{"product_id":"5-seeds-melothria-scabra-cucamelon-mexican-sour-gherkin-heirloom-vine","title":"5 Seeds Melothria scabra Cucamelon Mexican Sour Gherkin Heirloom Vine","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelothria scabra, commonly called cucamelon or Mexican sour gherkin, is a vigorous vining plant grown for its small, grape-sized fruits that resemble miniature watermelons. The slender vines produce abundant pale green fruits with a crisp, refreshing flavor often described as a blend of cucumber and lime, making them a rewarding and unusual addition to the garden. These plants are easy to grow and climb readily on trellises, adding vertical interest to beds, borders, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bite-sized fruits are enjoyed fresh in salads, salsas, and pickles, or simply eaten straight from the vine. The vines are ornamental as well as productive, bearing small yellow flowers and delicate foliage through the warm season. For best results, provide a sturdy trellis and harvest regularly to encourage continued fruiting. Growing Information: Species: Melothria scabra; Type: Annual vine; Plant Habit: Climbing, vining; Sun: Full sun; Soil: Well-drained, fertile, moist; Days to Harvest: 60-75; Zones: 4-11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones); Germination: 7-14 days at 70-80F; Sowing: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil warms; Spacing: 12-18 inches apart; Notes: Harvest when fruits are about 1 inch long for best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663344599176,"sku":"EXGA-1122","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_87597b34-42fb-4fd8-9fbf-a5b43b615ea7.png?v=1791896682","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-melothria-scabra-cucamelon-mexican-sour-gherkin-heirloom-vine","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}