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Pickling Melon Seeds "Katsura Giant" Asian Vegetable
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Pickling Melon "Katsura Giant" Asian Vegetable
Cucumis melo var conomom
Named for pickling, this melon is popular in Asia and can be eaten raw or cooked in a variety of ways.
Asian names for this vegetable...
China: tsit kwa, uet kwa, bai gua, cai gua, yue gue
Japan: oshiro uri
The oshiro uri, a light green, oval-shaped melon, is a top choice for pickling in Japan. Its fruits boast a crunchy white flesh and can grow up to 14 inches in length and 4-5 inches in diameter. This vine-like plant benefits from lateral branching and may require hand pollination.
Growing Info:
Instructions for growing Pickling Melon Seeds "Katsura Giant": Plant in warm, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Use hill or row planting method, spacing seeds as directed. Keep soil moist and fertilize as needed. Train plants to climb for better air flow.
To support vining melons, use a trellis or let them grow out on the ground with support. Use melon cradles or cardboard to keep melons off the soil for best flavor.
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