Pepino Seeds – Solanum Muricatum

Solanum Muricatum Pepino Seeds – Vegetable Plant

Suitable for home gardening use
$16.99 USD
$16.99 USD
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Product description

Pepino (Solanum muricatum) is a unique perennial plant known for its attractive foliage and smooth, oval-shaped fruit with a sweet, refreshing flavor. This variety is easy to grow in gardens or containers, making it a versatile option for home gardeners. With proper care, Pepino plants produce abundant yields and add ornamental beauty to any growing space.

Features and Specifications:

  • Plant Type: Perennial shrub

  • Scientific Name: Solanum muricatum

  • Growth Habit: Bushy, compact plant suitable for gardens and containers

  • Maturity: Produces harvestable fruit within 4–6 months from transplanting

  • Growing Season: Best grown in warm conditions; spring to early summer planting recommended

  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)

  • Sowing Months:

    • Zones 9–11: February–August

    • Zones 7–8: March–June

    • Zones 5–6: April–May

  • Light Requirements: Full sun for optimal growth

  • Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic content

  • Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

  • Uses: Suitable for fresh eating, desserts, and garden decoration