Northern Wildflowers Gherkin Mexican Sour Pkg.

Approximately 20 seeds per package, 2 plants cover 1 square foot

Also known as cucamelons, mousemelon or sandita, native to the Americas, are grape-sized, cucumber-like fruit, that are crunchy and excellent fresh or pickled. Germinates best at 29°C in moist soil. Slow to germinate.

Height: Up to 1' tall, or 4' grown vertically
Sunlight: Full Sun
Days to Maturity: 65-70

Direct seed, or transplant one week after all danger of frost has passed. Transplant: Sow seeds 3-4 weeks before planting date at ½” depth. Transplant when seedlings have 1-2 true leaves. Prefers well-drained soil high in organic matter. They benefit from being trained on a trellis.

Plant Spacing; 12-24" apart. Row Spacing: 5-6' apart.

Companion Plants: Asparagus, Beans, Lettuce