Solanum Muricatum Pepino Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Solanum Muricatum Pepino is a warm-season fruiting plant known for its bushy growth habit, soft green foliage, and oval fruit production. Commonly referred to as Pepino Melon, this plant grows well in garden beds, containers, and greenhouse cultivation with full sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil. It adapts to mild temperate and subtropical climates and develops vigorous growth during warm growing periods.

Features

• Bushy fruiting plant growth habit
• Produces oval pepino fruits
• Suitable for containers and garden beds
• Adapted to mild warm climates
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for greenhouse and landscape cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Solanum muricatum
• Common Name (US): Pepino Melon
• Seed Type / Variety: Solanum Muricatum Variety
• Growth Habit: Perennial shrub grown as annual in cooler climates
• USDA Zones: 8-11
• Planting Season: Spring after frost
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: February to May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-4 weeks in warm soil around 70-80°F (21-27°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-4 feet tall, 2-4 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart