Pepino Melon 23cm (M)

Pepino Melon (Solanum muricatum)
Sun: Full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon heat.
Water: Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
Height: 60–100 cm.
Width: 1–1.5 m.
Growth: Fast-growing, spreading, low-growing perennial shrub.
Flowering: Small purple-and-white flowers, mainly in spring and summer.
Features: Produces sweet, juicy, oval fruits with creamy flesh and purple-striped yellow skin. The flavour resembles a blend of melon and pear. Suitable for home gardens and containers.
Indigenous: No. Native to South America.
Edible: Yes. The ripe fruit can be eaten fresh or used in fruit salads and desserts.Care: Feed regularly during active growth. Provide support if needed and prune lightly to encourage bushier growth. Harvest fruits when they develop their characteristic yellow skin with purple stripes and soften slightly.
Frost: Frost-sensitive. Protect from frost and cold winds.
Indoor / Outdoor: Best grown outdoors in a sunny, sheltered position. Can be grown in a large container on a sunny patio.