Hedgehog Gourd Melon
Grow it Forward Heirloom Plant
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x
Depth
Spacing
15 in
Row Spacing
4 ft
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Planting Time
Harvest
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(Cucumis dipsaceus) These little creatures are the most spiny of all! This African species is completely covered in soft spines. Attractive greenish-yellow colored fruit are sure to become popular with lovers of garden ornamentals. Quite easy to grow and very productive. Considered poisonous, do not eat.
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Tender perennial grown as annual—Rambling vines may be trellised, or allowed to sprawl on the ground. Needs moist, well-drained soil, full sun. Plant in place after last frost of spring, or start seedlings indoors and set out after last frost. Grow in small hills of 4-6 plants, spacing 15 inches apart in the row, with rows about 4 feet apart. Tender young leaves may be used as greens.
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