Add an exotic touch to your garden with Pepino Melon (Solanum muricatum) Seeds — a tropical fruit-bearing plant known for its smooth, melon-like fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. These non-GMO, heirloom-quality seeds grow into compact, bushy plants ideal for home gardens or containers.

Perfect for gardeners who enjoy unique, flavorful fruits and ornamental plants with lush green foliage.

Key Features

• Grows delicious, smooth-skinned pepino melons

• Non-GMO and heirloom seed variety

• Compact and fast-growing fruit plant

• Produces sweet, juicy, and mildly aromatic fruits

• Thrives in warm, sunny conditions

• Suitable for both garden beds and large pots

• Great for tropical and subtropical regions

• Easy to grow and maintain for all skill levels

Specifications

• Common Name: Pepino Melon / Melon Pear

• Scientific Name: Solanum muricatum

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom

• Plant Type: Perennial Shrub (in warm climates)

• Season: Spring to Summer (Warm Season)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Germination Time: 2–3 weeks

• Maturity Period: 4–6 months after planting

• Water Needs: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist

• Spacing: 18–24 inches between plants

• Temperature Range: 65–85°F (18–29°C)

• Growth Height: 2–3 feet

• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO

• Heirloom Variety: Yes

• Perennial or Annual: Perennial in tropical zones, annual in cooler climates

• Recommended Use: Home Gardening, Edible Landscaping, Container Planting

Planting Guide

• Soil Preparation: Use well-drained, nutrient-rich soil for healthy growth.

• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep and lightly cover with soil.

• Sunlight: Choose a bright, sunny spot with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.

• Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid overwatering.

• Temperature: Maintain warm conditions above 65°F for proper germination.

• Transplanting: Move seedlings to larger pots or garden beds when 4–6 inches tall.

• Harvesting: Harvest when fruits turn pale yellow with purple streaks and feel firm but ripe.