Cucamelon

Cucamelon

Approximate Seed Quantity: 10

Something different for you. Originating from Central America, some say they are a cross between a watermelon and a lime, others a cucumber with a hint of citrus. Very easy to grow and a favourite with the kiddies. The rampant trailing vines are equally at home in an unheated greenhouse or a sunny sheltered spot. This plant is actually a perennial and can last many years as long as the radish like root is dug up and stored much as you would a dahlia tuber over winter. Perennial usually grown as an Annual. Download sowing guide

• Half hardy
• Days to germination: 10-14
• Light: full sun
• Sow April to May under cover in a heated propagator or on a sunny windowsill. They need 20-25°C to germinate
• 2 to 3 seeds per 7cm pot 15mm deep
• Transplant no later than 3 weeks after seedlings have appeared as they have an easily damaged tap root
• They tolerate drought better than cucumber and you should avoid over watering
• Provide support
• Harvest July through to September – keep picking and they will keep producing