18 August 2019 Cucamelon (Melothria scabra)

[Durgan]

18 August 2019 Cucamelon (Melothria scabra)
Posted on August 18, 2019 by Durgan
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A most prolific producer. This is one plant. Grows along a 4 by 8 trellis.

 

[headfullofbees]

Still not getting more than a trickle, but I don't really care; can't say I'd queue for them. If I can find someone who wants them, I'll give my four plants away when they go dormant.

 

[Durgan]

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Last harvest before frost. This abundance is from two plants.

 

[Tjohn]

I've heard they don't taste very good.....what is your experience with them? Melons or cucumbers?

 

[Durgan]

The cucamelons taste much like cucumbers. I image one would have to be hungry to actually relish them. I leave them out and eat at random. Thy appear to keep well for several days. They are sure prolific and rather attractive.