The Mexican mini cucumber (Melothria) is a climbing plant from the Cucurbitaceae family that produces numerous small, oval fruits. Their crisp texture and refreshingly tangy flavour are similar to salad cucumbers. Cultivation is similar to that of cucumbers: they grow well outdoors with support, in greenhouses, or in containers and raised beds on balconies or patios. Only available in portions.The Mexican mini cucumber (Melothria) is a climbing plant from the Cucurbitaceae family that produces numerous small, oval fruits. Their crisp texture and refreshingly tangy flavour are similar to salad cucumbers. Cultivation is similar to that of cucumbers: they grow well outdoors with support, in greenhouses, or in containers and raised beds on balconies or patios.
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Characteristics for Mexican Mini Cucumber
parthenocarp/ mixed flowering: mixed flowering
Cultivation
Suitable for growing: open ground, under glassPlanting distance: approx. 50 x 10 cmSeed germination temperature: 23-26 °CSowing depth: approx. 1 cm
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