Cucamelon Plant

Melothria scabra

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£9.99

size guide

The height of all of our plants is measured from the base of the pot.

Pot Size Pot Diameter Pot Height
6cm 6cm 5.5cm
9cm 9cm 8.5cm
1 Litre 13cm 11cm
2 Litre 17cm 13cm
3 Litre 19cm 15cm
4 Litre 20cm 17cm
5 Litre 23cm 19cm
7 Litre 25cm 20cm

Please note: the pot sizes listed below may vary due to the suppliers we use.

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  • The Cucamelon Plant is a delightful and strange climbing plant that makes a lot of little fruits that appear like little watermelons. Cucamelons, often called Mexican sour gherkins, taste like cucumbers with a tangy citrus edge. They are great for salads, snacking, or pickling.

  • This strong and beautiful climber does best in greenhouses, polytunnels, or a warm, sunny, protected area outside. You can train it to climb on a trellis, cane frame, or fence, which makes it a great choice for gardeners who want to grow something unique in a tiny space.

    • Light Required Full sun in a warm, sheltered position

    Watering Water regularly during growth and fruiting, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

    Best Growing Conditions Plant in a sunny, sheltered position in fertile, well-drained soil. Provide strong support for climbing and water regularly during dry weather. Harvest fruits when small and firm for the best flavour, and keep picking to encourage continued production through the summer.

    Plant typeClimbers

    Foliage typeAnnual

    HardinessHalf Hardy

    Soil acidityNeutral Soil

    Planting aspectSouth Facing

    Leaf colourGreen

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    Top tip

    Train this climber on a trellis for optimal growth and space-saving.

    Key Features

    Good For Containers

    Good For Containers

    Pet Friendly

    Pet Friendly

    Wildlife Friendly

    Wildlife Friendly

    Season of Interest

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Planting Flowering Harvest