Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Fruit Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Shrub, Often Grown as an Annual (Pepino Dulce)
- Germination Time 1–3 weeks
- Sowing Depth 0.5 cm
- Plant Spacing 60–90 cm
- Sunlight Full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
- Soil Type Fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
- Watering Regular watering (keep soil evenly moist)
- Ideal Temperature 18–28°C (frost tender)
- Blooming Time Fruits about 4–6 months after sowing
- Suitable For Garden beds, large containers and greenhouses (USDA zones 9–11)
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Stake or trellis the plants; fruit sets best when nights are mild.