{"product_id":"orange-tendersweet-watermelon-seeds-copy","title":"Mexican Gherkin Cucumber Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eMexican Gherkin Cucumber (Melothria scabra)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eThese are one of those plants that feel like a hidden gem. Mexican gherkins, also called cucamelons, grow tiny, grape-sized fruits that look like mini watermelons but have a fresh cucumber crunch with a light tangy bite. They’re super refreshing and easy to love, especially if you like something a little different in your garden. Once they start producing, they don’t hold back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\"\u003e• Vigorous climbing vine\u003cbr data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"503\"\u003e• Loves full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e• Crisp, slightly tangy cucumber flavor\u003cbr data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e• Heavy producer of small, bite-sized fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003ePlant seeds about ½ inch deep in well-draining soil. Space plants about 12 inches apart and provide a trellis or support for climbing. Keep soil consistently moist during germination and early growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eWhen to Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eSow after the last frost once the soil is warm. These thrive in heat and do best in late spring through summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"981\"\u003ePacket Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eApprox. 15 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Velvet Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51896461983975,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/9062\/9607\/files\/4.png?v=1774116165","url":"https:\/\/velvetgardenherbs.com\/products\/orange-tendersweet-watermelon-seeds-copy","provider":"Velvet Garden Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}