Description: Purchased orders will consist of one (1) premium quality pepino melon starter plant organically grown in sunny California using only all natural fertilizer. Plants are healthy and well rooted. They will be shipped with soil to minimize wilting of leaves. Ready to plant and grow fruits upon receipt. Water and gradually introduce the young plant from shade to full sun after transplanting. Also known as Solanum muricatum, shrubs are evergreen and easy to maintain. Great for small gardens. Under ideal conditions, shrubs will produce fruits within one year of planting. This delicious fruit resembles the taste of a fragrant cucumber and sweet honeydew melon. It is highly nutritious as it contains a powerhouse of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can help prevent cancer, manage diabetes, lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, promote cardiovascular health, aid with weight loss, and much more. Pepinos provide an excellent natural source of essential vitamins. A kind reminder: These starter plants are delicate and sensitive to extreme temperatures. Please retrieve from mailbox and plant as soon as possible upon delivery. It is common for some leaves to get folded, look wilted, turn yellow, and/or shed from stress. Water generously to allow plants to perk back up. As long as main stems are still healthy, young and vibrant looking new leaves will quickly sprout. In rare occasions where plants are either dead on arrival or majorly broken/crushed/damaged, we will gladly send a replacement. Please provide photo of packaging box and damaged plant within 24 hours of delivery for assistance. We provide fast shipping. All orders are manually packed with care and processed within the same or next business day we receive them. Please feel free to contact us directly with any questions or concerns.Be sure to check our store regularly for updates on our newest inventory. Thank you for shopping!
Price: 23.99 USD
Location: Hercules, California
End Time: 2024-12-06T19:06:14.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Plant Type: Fruit
Climate: Temperate
Common Name: Pepino Melon
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F): 9 (20 to 30 °F)
Plant Habit: Bushy
Soil Type: Rich and well draining
Brand: Unbranded
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Plant Form: Rooted Starter plant
Type: Fruits & Fruit Trees, Vegetables
Watering: Medium
Genus: Solanum
Number in Pack: 1
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
Foliage: Evergreen
Features: Perennials
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Species: muricatum
