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🥒 Kiwano (Horned Melon)
🥒 Botanical Name: Cucumis metuliferus
🥒 Type: Annual

Kiwano, also known as Horned Melon or African Horned Cucumber, is a striking climbing plant producing bright orange fruits covered in soft spikes. Inside, the lime-green jelly-like flesh has a refreshing flavour, often described as a mix of cucumber, kiwi, and banana. Vigorous and ornamental, it’s perfect for greenhouses or warm, sheltered gardens.

Plant Details

Type: Annual
Height: 200–300cm (climbing vine)
Spread: 60–100cm
Harvest: August – October
Position: Full sun; warm, sheltered spot or greenhouse

Growing Information

Sow: April – May under cover
Germination: 7–14 days at 22–25°C
Spacing: Transplant to 60–80cm apart
Care: Provide strong support; water and feed regularly during growth

Why You’ll Love It

Exotic, eye-catching fruits
Refreshing, unique flavour
Vigorous climbing habit
Great novelty crop

Top Tip

Allow fruits to fully turn orange before harvesting for the best flavour.

Perfect For

Greenhouses & polytunnels
Vertical gardening
Exotic fruit lovers
Decorative edible gardens

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