Cucamelon Seeds for Easy Planting

Add a unique twist to your garden with Cucamelon Seeds, also known as Melothria scabra or Mexican sour gherkin. These non-GMO, fast-growing seeds produce small, grape-sized fruits that look like miniature watermelons but taste like crisp cucumbers with a hint of lime.

Perfect for snacking, salads, or pickling, cucamelons thrive in both containers and garden beds. They’re drought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and ideal for gardeners of all experience levels.

Features

• Unique Mini Fruits: Resemble tiny watermelons with a tangy cucumber flavor.
• Non-GMO & Naturally Grown: Safe, chemical-free seeds.
• Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginners and home gardeners.
• High Yielding: Produces dozens of small fruits per plant.
• Heat & Drought Tolerant: Excellent for warm or dry climates.

Specifications

• Common Name: Cucamelon
• Scientific Name: Melothria scabra
• Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
• Growth Habit: Climbing or trailing vine
• Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
• Season: Best planted in Spring after last frost
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-draining loamy soil with compost
• Watering Needs: Moderate; water deeply once a week
• Germination Time: 7–14 days at 70–85°F
• Maturity: 60–75 days from planting
• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
• Organic Status: Naturally grown, pesticide-free
• Plant Height: 4–6 feet with support
• Fruit Description: Small, oval, watermelon-like fruits with cucumber-citrus flavor
• Nutritional Value: Low in calories; rich in fiber and antioxidants

Planting Guide

• Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost.
• Sow seeds ½ inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
• Transplant outdoors when soil temperatures are above 70°F.
• Provide trellis or support for climbing vines.
• Harvest fruits when they reach grape size for best flavor.