Cucamelon - Mexican Sour Gherkin

The Cucamelon, also known as the Mexican Sour Gherkin, is a unique and delicious fruit that looks like a tiny watermelon but tastes like a cucumber with a hint of citrus. Perfect for snacking, pickling, or adding a surprising twist to your salads!

Sun: Full sun 

Temperature: Hot location but sheltered 

Soil: Compost-rich soil, keep regular watering 

Requirement: Needs trellis for the vine to climb on

Recommendation: Use mulch to retain moisture 

tubers can be carefully dug out (not to damage them) and stored in moist potting soil in frost-free area for faster growing plant next year

Spacing: 6 inches apart if do rows 4 ft apart