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Mexican Sour Gherkin Cucumber Seeds (Melothria scabra) - Heirloom, 25 Seeds
Sale price
$6.38
Regular price
$12.76
About This Plant
Mexican Sour Gherkin (Melothria scabra), also called Cucamelon, is a unique heirloom cucumber producing grape-sized fruits with a tangy, citrus-like flavor. The vine is vigorous, climbing, and well-suited for trellising or container gardening. Plants are productive and heat- and drought-tolerant, with fruit that resembles miniature watermelons and a green color with white striping.
What You Will Receive
25 seeds of Mexican Sour Gherkin cucumber (Melothria scabra). Non-GMO and easy to grow. Ships from the USA.
- Unique heirloom cucumber variety
- Grape-sized fruits with tangy flavor; resembles miniature watermelons
- Perfect for snacking, salads, and pickling
- Vine grows 6–8 feet tall with trellis support
- Matures in 60–70 days
- Sun: Full sun; Water: regular, consistent moisture
- Soil: Well-drained, rich soil
- Zones: 4–11